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BC04 AUU

2004 Mitsubishi Carisma

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

242,658 mi
Last recorded242,658 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma75,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 AUU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 242,658 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 242,619 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted

Pass 23 Apr 2013 226,342 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 219,060 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Mar 2012 219,060 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2011 208,029 miles

Front & rear discs worn

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

Wipers not very good

Pass 4 Mar 2010 165,721 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 122,296 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 80,621 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 36,413 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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BC04 AUU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,884 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 BC04 AUU, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BC04 AUU registered?

BC04 AUU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 27 March 2004.

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