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L297 GUL

1994 Mitsubishi Galant

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,071 mi
Last recorded85,071 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2008
Typical for 1994 Mitsubishi Galant101,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL297 GUL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2008 85,071 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

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

oil leak from gear box

Pass 2 Jul 2007 80,963 miles

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

abnormal tyre wear tracking required

Pass 28 Jul 2006 76,651 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 76,651 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?

Based on 121,113 MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
5,932
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,016
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,649
position lamp(s) not working 4,566
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,411
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,987
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L297 GUL is a 1994 Mitsubishi Galant in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1994 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 101,859 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 Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L297 GUL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Galant typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 32 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L297 GUL registered?

L297 GUL is a 1994 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is L297 GUL safe to buy?

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