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G4 RDF

1996 Mitsubishi Fto

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,996 mi
Last recorded142,996 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Fto96,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG4 RDF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelFto
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jan 2026 142,996 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jan 2025 142,707 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 142,236 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 141,680 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 136,658 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 141,248 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 139,404 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

both front tyre wearing on inner and outer edge

Pass 29 May 2008 135,289 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 135,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 May 2007 113,977 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Fto?

Based on 55,254 MOT tests across 5,410 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
4,598
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,056
Steering rack gaiter split 4,014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,664
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,359
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,346
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G4 RDF is a 1996 Mitsubishi Fto in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Fto models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 96,396 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Fto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,056 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G4 RDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Fto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Fto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G4 RDF is a 1996 Mitsubishi Fto, first registered on 1 February 1996.

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