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F494 AFX

1989 Mitsubishi Galant

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,413 mi
Last recorded69,413 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Galant99,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF494 AFX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2011 69,413 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 69,413 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2010 67,962 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 67,962 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 66,670 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 65,033 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 65,033 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2007 63,561 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 63,561 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 62,862 miles

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

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

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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F494 AFX is a 1989 Mitsubishi Galant in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 99,123 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 F494 AFX, 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 37 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F494 AFX?

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What year was F494 AFX registered?

F494 AFX is a 1989 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F494 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F494 AFX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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