CarVerify

Free Car Check

J430 TEC

2004 Mitsubishi Gto

Red Petrol 3000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,982 mi
Last recorded113,982 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Gto98,929 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ430 TEC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 113,982 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 113,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Aug 2016 113,966 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

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

bolt missing abs sensor but still secure

brake fluid level close to min

front brake pads worn low

fuel lines corroded

plastic covers fitted to oter sills and front to rear brake pipes(unable to fully inspect)

propshaft support rubber weak

slight brake bind n/s rear

slight exhaust leak

Pass 4 Aug 2015 109,635 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014
Fail 3 Jan 2014 109,168 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2012 108,391 miles

battery insecure

Fail 8 Nov 2012 108,390 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

battery insecure

Pass 11 Nov 2011 107,803 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010
Fail 17 Dec 2010

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 106,161 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 104,673 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 86,246 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Gto?

Based on 16,279 MOT tests across 1,636 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
1,820
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,636
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 795
fog lamp not working 614
Brake pipe excessively corroded 612
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 579
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 572
Full Mitsubishi Gto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J430 TEC is a 2004 Mitsubishi Gto in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 98,929 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 Gto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J430 TEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Gto typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J430 TEC?

You can check the full history of J430 TEC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J430 TEC registered?

J430 TEC is a 2004 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 9 August 2004.

Is J430 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J430 TEC shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J430 TEC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J430 TEC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.