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E898 GGY

1988 Mitsubishi Galant

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,275 mi
Last recorded39,275 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2015
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Galant99,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE898 GGY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2015 39,275 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 34,037 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 34,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,973 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 26,783 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,935 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 25,935 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 25,151 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 23,461 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 23,461 miles

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

rear brakes graunch

Pass 8 Jun 2007 21,681 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 20,894 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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E898 GGY is a 1988 Mitsubishi Galant in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 99,156 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 E898 GGY, 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 38 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E898 GGY registered?

E898 GGY is a 1988 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E898 GGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E898 GGY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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