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AO03 YTX

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,786 mi
Last recorded74,786 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 YTX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2021 74,786 miles

engine management light on

Pass 9 Nov 2020 68,991 miles

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

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

exhaust in poor condition (corroded)

Fail 3 Nov 2020 68,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

exhaust in poor condition (corroded)

Pass 25 Jun 2019 62,242 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 14 Jun 2018 58,908 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 29 Jun 2017 54,864 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Rear brake discs starting to corrode

Pass 22 Jun 2016 52,391 miles

Brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 25 Jun 2015 51,092 miles

brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 12 Jun 2014 47,272 miles

front pads getting low?

front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 11 Jun 2013 43,459 miles

rear tyre treads cracked advise replacement

Pass 18 Jun 2012 40,752 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 37,476 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 37,476 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 33,309 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on edge advise replacement

Pass 16 Jun 2009 28,768 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 25,264 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 25,223 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

front pads getting low advise replacement

Pass 3 Jul 2007 20,839 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2007 20,719 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

engine management light on

Pass 13 Jun 2006 14,827 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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AO03 YTX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO03 YTX, 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.

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What year was AO03 YTX registered?

AO03 YTX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is AO03 YTX safe to buy?

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