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J58 UNC

2005 Mitsubishi Gto

Red Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

110,002 mi
Last recorded110,002 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Gto102,432 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ58 UNC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 110,002 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 109,685 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 109,624 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 109,109 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 107,107 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 106,613 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 105,776 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 105,612 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 86,785 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2015 86,731 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 85,804 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine becoming smokey

Fail 9 Mar 2010 85,804 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine becoming smokey

Pass 23 Feb 2009 84,364 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Feb 2008 87,332 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 87,328 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 83,702 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 78,917 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
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J58 UNC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Gto in Red with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 102,432 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J58 UNC, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J58 UNC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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