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M285 YSG

1995 Mitsubishi Gto

Red Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

92,854 mi
Last recorded92,854 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2009
Typical for 1995 Mitsubishi Gto102,609 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM285 YSG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2009 92,854 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 92,852 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 May 2007 85,261 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 85,189 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 May 2006 75,313 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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M285 YSG is a 1995 Mitsubishi Gto in Red with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1995 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 102,609 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 M285 YSG, 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 31 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M285 YSG registered?

M285 YSG is a 1995 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M285 YSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M285 YSG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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