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BL52 UXG

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,904 mi
Last recorded152,904 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL52 UXG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 152,904 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 140,341 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 131,567 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 116,357 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush Both front link bushes worn (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush bush worn (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 28 Apr 2016 103,057 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 97,850 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jan 2015 97,750 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 89,419 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 89,419 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 81,798 miles

rear no.plate faded

Fail 12 Jan 2013 81,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear no.plate faded

Pass 13 Jan 2012 76,489 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 69,824 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 60,598 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

reare wiper noisy ex smearing

Fail 23 Jan 2010 60,598 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

reare wiper noisy ex smearing

Pass 24 Jan 2009 53,672 miles

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2008 44,918 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 35,455 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 35,455 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 24,874 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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BL52 UXG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BL52 UXG, 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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BL52 UXG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 30 January 2003.

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