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L163 CTA

1994 Mitsubishi Sigma

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,142 mi
Last recorded85,142 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2014
Typical for 1994 Mitsubishi Sigma115,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL163 CTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSigma
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2014 85,142 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 85,142 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2013 83,536 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 83,428 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2012 79,793 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 79,793 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 79,325 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 74,235 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 67,318 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 60,010 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 52,821 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 52,675 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2006 48,871 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 48,871 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2005 41,372 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Sigma?

Based on 2,482 MOT tests across 538 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
3,866
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
538
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 250
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 110
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 97
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 97
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L163 CTA is a 1994 Mitsubishi Sigma in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Mitsubishi Sigma models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 115,042 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 Sigma fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 250 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L163 CTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Sigma typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 32 years old, this Mitsubishi Sigma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L163 CTA registered?

L163 CTA is a 1994 Mitsubishi Sigma, first registered on 28 February 1994.

Is L163 CTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L163 CTA shows 15 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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