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AO53 OGM

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

115,048 mi
Last recorded115,048 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 OGM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 115,048 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jan 2025 115,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 111,157 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 108,923 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 106,278 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 104,355 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 101,579 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 96,965 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 91,306 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 85,858 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 79,202 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 72,895 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 66,459 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 59,743 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 54,412 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 48,371 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 40,877 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 36,905 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 31,586 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 23,291 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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AO53 OGM is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AO53 OGM, 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 AO53 OGM registered?

AO53 OGM is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is AO53 OGM safe to buy?

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