2010 Subaru Legacy 2.0L Diesel · YT10 LFE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the Subaru passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 116,046 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior. That failure identified thin front brake pads and a worn rear anti-roll bar pin or bush, indicating that the owner only addresses critical mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester. This pattern suggests that components are being run to their absolute limits. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,250 miles per year. The data shows a steady accumulation of miles without long periods of stationary neglect. Between October 2022 at 98,471 miles and October 2025 at 116,046 miles, the car covered 17,575 miles. This consistent usage suggests the car is driven regularly, which generally helps in keeping rubber components and moving surfaces lubric, though the vehicle's age invites oxidation. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the underbody and exhaust system. The records show a persistent progression of corrosion starting from 2022, where corroded brake pipes were noted, leading to reports of corroded integral body structure in 2023 and general underbody and exhaust corrosion in 2025. While the tester found the structural rigidity remained intact, the presence of grease on corroded brake pipes suggests an attempt to hide rust rather than treat the source. Specific attention should also be paid to the suspension and braking system. Given the history of thin brake pads and worn anti-roll bar bushes, the buyer should check for play in the suspension arms and inspect the calipers for binding. The recurring nature of these faults indicates that the vehicle requires a comprehensive mechanical check to ensure no other hidden failures are imminent before the next test.