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AU02 XVZ

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

119,459 mi
Last recorded119,459 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant75,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU02 XVZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 119,459 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front cross (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Nov 2016 119,454 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Both rear inner wheel arches (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Both inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front cross (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 115,386 miles

both rear arch to floor sections corroded

engine light on

n/s/r boot floor corroded

slight play in front anti-roll bar mounting bushes

Fail 2 Nov 2015 115,386 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced rear (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear arch to floor sections corroded

engine light on

n/s/r boot floor corroded

slight play in front anti-roll bar mounting bushes

Pass 3 Nov 2014 111,930 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2014 111,930 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Ecu light on

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2013 108,422 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 105,330 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 22 Nov 2012 105,330 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 100,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Nov 2011 100,073 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 25 Nov 2010 90,799 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 90,799 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 77,632 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 62,793 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 49,791 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 44,954 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 44,930 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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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AU02 XVZ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 75,945 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU02 XVZ, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU02 XVZ registered?

AU02 XVZ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 24 May 2002.

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