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N126 AST

1996 Mitsubishi Galant

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,290 mi
Last recorded79,290 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2007
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant93,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN126 AST
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2007 79,290 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 76,815 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 76,815 miles

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

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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N126 AST is a 1996 Mitsubishi Galant in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 93,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N126 AST, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N126 AST registered?

N126 AST is a 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is N126 AST safe to buy?

The MOT history for N126 AST shows 3 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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