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A14 UTJ

2002 Mitsubishi Gto

Blue Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

148,040 mi
Last recorded148,040 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Gto101,658 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 UTJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 148,040 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox and Transfer Box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 147,502 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 146,467 miles

Offside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 145,796 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 145,798 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 145,083 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2018 143,945 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 141,926 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 140,182 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 139,082 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 137,140 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 135,001 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 134,081 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 131,077 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 128,304 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 128,302 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 16 Jul 2007 124,461 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 122,206 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Gto?

Based on 16,279 MOT tests across 1,636 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
1,820
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,636
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 795
fog lamp not working 614
Brake pipe excessively corroded 612
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 579
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 572
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A14 UTJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Gto in Blue with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 101,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Gto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 UTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Gto typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 UTJ registered?

A14 UTJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 1 March 2002.

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