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M257 VJL

1994 Mitsubishi Fto

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

90,111 mi
Last recorded90,111 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1994 Mitsubishi Fto108,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM257 VJL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelFto
Year1994
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 90,111 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 87,844 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 83,449 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 83,449 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 78,320 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 67,033 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 67,023 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Fto?

Based on 55,254 MOT tests across 5,410 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
4,598
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,056
Steering rack gaiter split 4,014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,664
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,359
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,346
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M257 VJL is a 1994 Mitsubishi Fto in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 Mitsubishi Fto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 108,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Fto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,056 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M257 VJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was M257 VJL registered?

M257 VJL is a 1994 Mitsubishi Fto, first registered on 30 November 1994.

Is M257 VJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M257 VJL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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