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AD03 JZH

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

163,067 mi
Last recorded163,067 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD03 JZH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2015 163,067 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2014 149,472 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

surface rust underneath vehicle but not affecting its strength including brake and fuel line and suspension components

Pass 20 May 2013 139,851 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 130,672 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 May 2011 119,868 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 113,736 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 107,319 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 97,191 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 89,159 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 89,103 miles

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

both front brake flexy hoses cracking

nearside rear tyre 2mm!!

offside front tyre worn around inner edge

Pass 31 Jul 2006 70,237 miles

n/s/r tyre 3mm!!!

o/s/r brake binding slightly

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Carisma?

Based on 391,885 MOT tests across 40,862 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,543
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
40,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,459
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26,417
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,791
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,469
Stop lamp not working 10,388
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AD03 JZH is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 76,550 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Carisma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD03 JZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Carisma typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD03 JZH registered?

AD03 JZH is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is AD03 JZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD03 JZH shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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