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TR53 CTS

2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

99,267 mi
Last recorded99,267 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter85,659 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTR53 CTS
MakeMitsubishi Fuso
ModelCanter
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2024 99,267 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear differential leaking

Offside rear inner tyre worn on edge's

Offside rear outer tyre worn on edge's

Slight play nearside front Axle king pin

Fail 5 Dec 2024 99,267 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Axle king pin is loose in the axle beam (5.1.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside rear differential leaking

Offside rear inner tyre worn on edge's

Offside rear outer tyre worn on edge's

Slight play nearside front Axle king pin

Pass 9 Nov 2023 91,698 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 85,423 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside front tyre worn on edge's

Fail 24 Nov 2022 85,423 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside front tyre worn on edge's

Pass 1 Dec 2021 78,501 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Middle Exhaust bracket broken

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside front tyre worn on edge's

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2020 71,310 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Most front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside front slight play in axle king pin

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Dec 2020 71,310 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Middle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Most front (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside front slight play in axle king pin

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 64,619 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Dec 2019 64,619 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak downpipe from turbo (8.2.2.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 57,978 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2018 57,930 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/75/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/75/16c (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2017 51,164 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2016 44,699 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 44,699 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/75/16c (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 42,688 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre flat

Pass 3 Dec 2013 38,800 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 32,589 miles

nail in offside rear outer tyre

Pass 5 Dec 2011 25,367 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Fuso Canter?

Based on 27,797 MOT tests across 3,395 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
7,822
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
3,395
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
position lamp(s) not working 403
Registration plate lamp not working 350
Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering 272
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 253
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TR53 CTS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 85,659 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 Fuso Canter fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 587 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TR53 CTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Fuso Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Mitsubishi Fuso Canter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TR53 CTS registered?

TR53 CTS is a 2008 Mitsubishi Fuso Canter, first registered on 17 December 2008.

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