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J230 MHC

2002 Mitsubishi Delica

Green Diesel 2476cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Delica137,268 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ230 MHC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelDelica
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,476cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2015

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 5 May 2015

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 222,189 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 202,323 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 15 Apr 2013 202,323 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 30 May 2012 180,984 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 159,812 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 10 Dec 2008 159,811 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front propshaft u/j badly worn

incorrect size tyres fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2007 159,811 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 154,503 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Delica?

Based on 67,358 MOT tests across 5,362 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
5,613
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 3,550
fog lamp not working 3,374
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,429
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,278
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J230 MHC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Delica in Green with a 2,476cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Delica models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 137,268 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Delica fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 3,550 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J230 MHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Delica typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Delica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J230 MHC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Delica, first registered on 23 July 2002.

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