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AF03 JBU

2003 Mitsubishi Galant

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,679 mi
Last recorded102,679 miles
Recorded on21 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Galant74,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 JBU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2013 102,679 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 97,273 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 97,214 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 91,651 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front tyres worn.

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight imbalance on front brake efficiency.

Pass 1 Mar 2010 87,721 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 77,226 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2009 77,226 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 64,993 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 54,069 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 40,020 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?

Based on 121,113 MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
5,932
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,016
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,649
position lamp(s) not working 4,566
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,411
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,987
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AF03 JBU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Galant in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 74,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF03 JBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Galant typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF03 JBU registered?

AF03 JBU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 JBU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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