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N298 YNE

1996 Mitsubishi Sigma

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

180,099 mi
Last recorded180,099 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma105,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN298 YNE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSigma
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 180,099 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 180,093 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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N298 YNE is a 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 105,279 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 N298 YNE, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Sigma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N298 YNE registered?

N298 YNE is a 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N298 YNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N298 YNE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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