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P229 FWP

1997 Mitsubishi Legnum

Purple Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

147,043 mi
Last recorded147,043 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum107,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 FWP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLegnum
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 147,043 miles

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jun 2015 147,037 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front bumper insecure

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Inner Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2014 138,230 miles

Gear box oil cooler pipes leaking

EML on

Pass 16 Oct 2012 137,926 miles

Gear box cooler pipes leaking

Fail 15 Oct 2012 137,926 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Gear box cooler pipes leaking

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

Pass 16 May 2011 126,830 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 121,213 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 121,213 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2009 115,609 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 115,609 miles

Offside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 14 May 2008 62,457 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 62,457 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Legnum?

Based on 3,624 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
4,415
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 150
Steering rack gaiter split 139
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 134
position lamp(s) not working 114
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P229 FWP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum in Purple with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 107,059 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 Legnum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P229 FWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Legnum typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Legnum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P229 FWP registered?

P229 FWP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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