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BJZ 897

2001 Mitsubishi Gto

Maroon Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,547 mi
Last recorded127,547 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Gto103,225 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJZ 897
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 127,547 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 127,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 142,321 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 142,309 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Gto?

Based on 16,279 MOT tests across 1,636 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
1,820
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,636
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 795
fog lamp not working 614
Brake pipe excessively corroded 612
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 579
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 572
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BJZ 897 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Gto in Maroon with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 103,225 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Gto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJZ 897, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Gto typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJZ 897 registered?

BJZ 897 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 31 January 2001.

Is BJZ 897 safe to buy?

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