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N553 JLY

1996 Mitsubishi Chariot

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

154,738 mi
Last recorded154,738 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Chariot132,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN553 JLY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChariot
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2013 154,738 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2012 145,152 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

off/side front tyre worn inner shoulder

Pass 19 Jan 2011 138,234 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 18 Dec 2009 131,311 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 131,311 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 123,377 miles

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

offside rear tyre showing signs of cracking

Pass 5 Dec 2007 113,680 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2007 113,511 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 102,844 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 91,495 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Chariot?

Based on 6,170 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
6,745
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Steering rack gaiter split 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 284
fog lamp not working 281
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 267
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N553 JLY is a 1996 Mitsubishi Chariot in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Chariot models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 132,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Chariot fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N553 JLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Chariot typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Chariot is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N553 JLY registered?

N553 JLY is a 1996 Mitsubishi Chariot, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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