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BP02 ELJ

2002 Mitsubishi Canter

Blue Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,867 mi
Last recorded153,867 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Canter89,999 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP02 ELJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 153,867 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 153,829 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2021 153,778 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 153,746 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front wheel trim loose

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

steering stiff

tipper body near side pivot corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2019 153,706 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 152,253 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 152,243 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle ns low (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 147,089 miles

small bind to both front brakes

Pass 4 Mar 2016 141,369 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 135,352 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 128,650 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 111,687 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 103,370 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 94,682 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 87,919 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 79,241 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 68,958 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 59,058 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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BP02 ELJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Canter in Blue with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 89,999 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BP02 ELJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BP02 ELJ registered?

BP02 ELJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 8 March 2002.

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