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K497 JAR

1992 Mitsubishi Gto

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,244 mi
Last recorded129,244 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2007
Typical for 1992 Mitsubishi Gto106,888 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK497 JAR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2007 129,244 miles

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

front tyres very close to limits

fuel pipes showing corrosion

Fail 27 Nov 2006 129,063 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2005 121,769 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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K497 JAR is a 1992 Mitsubishi Gto in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 106,888 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 K497 JAR, 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 34 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K497 JAR registered?

K497 JAR is a 1992 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is K497 JAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K497 JAR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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