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AF03 JEU

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,922 mi
Last recorded98,922 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 JEU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 May 2019 98,922 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 May 2018 92,893 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 86,734 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 86,730 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 79,839 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 75,630 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 72,665 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 69,681 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 65,851 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 62,736 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 58,887 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 55,517 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 46,008 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 36,672 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 15,987 miles

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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AF03 JEU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AF03 JEU, 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 AF03 JEU registered?

AF03 JEU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is AF03 JEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF03 JEU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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