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BT03 EKX

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

113,064 mi
Last recorded113,064 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT03 EKX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 113,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s wiper blade slightly smearing screen

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges

Fail 16 May 2014 112,898 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

n/s wiper blade slightly smearing screen

n/s/r tyre wearing on edges

Pass 22 May 2013 99,228 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 99,228 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 87,928 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 11 May 2012 87,928 miles

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 31 May 2011 82,014 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 74,771 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 74,771 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 May 2009 66,794 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2008 58,982 miles

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

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

Pass 30 May 2007 51,731 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 44,655 miles

off side rear tyre low tread and going out of shape

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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BT03 EKX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BT03 EKX, 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 BT03 EKX registered?

BT03 EKX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 23 May 2003.

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