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V48 GAM

1999 Mitsubishi Chariot

White Petrol 2350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

139,802 mi
Last recorded139,802 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2012
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Chariot110,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV48 GAM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChariot
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,350cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2012 139,802 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2012 139,798 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2012 139,759 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Both headlight beam image poor

OS mirror slightly insecure

OS wiper blade fouls bodywork

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oxygen sensor wire fouling propshaft

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Spare tyre defective and should not be used

Pass 22 Feb 2011 120,507 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

free play in offside front of steering rack

Pass 5 Feb 2010 58,255 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 58,255 miles

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)

Pass 16 Oct 2007 93,136 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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V48 GAM is a 1999 Mitsubishi Chariot in White with a 2,350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Chariot models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 110,396 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 Chariot fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V48 GAM, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Chariot is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V48 GAM registered?

V48 GAM is a 1999 Mitsubishi Chariot, first registered on 1 July 1999.

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The MOT history for V48 GAM shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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