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FA05 OSV

2005 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

206,506 mi
Last recorded206,506 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma66,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 OSV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2014 206,506 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2014 206,506 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 189,901 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 169,607 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 164,872 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 159,310 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 146,837 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 112,241 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Carisma?

Based on 391,885 MOT tests across 40,862 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,543
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
40,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,459
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26,417
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,791
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,469
Stop lamp not working 10,388
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FA05 OSV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 66,505 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Carisma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA05 OSV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Carisma typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA05 OSV registered?

FA05 OSV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 26 August 2005.

Is FA05 OSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 OSV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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