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L656 YVV

1993 Mitsubishi Sigma

Black Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

159,900 mi
Last recorded159,900 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma111,386 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL656 YVV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSigma
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 May 2012 159,900 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2012 159,900 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 154,468 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 148,743 miles

Battery insecure

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

Fail 10 Apr 2010 148,696 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 138,844 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 138,595 miles

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

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 134,136 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 134,136 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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L656 YVV is a 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma in Black with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 111,386 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 L656 YVV, 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 33 years old, this Mitsubishi Sigma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L656 YVV registered?

L656 YVV is a 1993 Mitsubishi Sigma, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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