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P520 FKM

1996 Mitsubishi Sigma

White Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,733 mi
Last recorded100,733 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2012
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma105,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP520 FKM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSigma
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2012 100,733 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 98,031 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 30 Aug 2011 98,031 miles

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

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)

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

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

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

oil leak

Pass 21 Feb 2008 97,969 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 92,649 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 92,648 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2005 85,532 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P520 FKM is a 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma in White with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P520 FKM, 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.

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What year was P520 FKM registered?

P520 FKM is a 1996 Mitsubishi Sigma, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P520 FKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P520 FKM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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