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BU04 FPJ

2004 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

135,559 mi
Last recorded135,559 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Canter94,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 FPJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2014 135,559 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 124,352 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 112,764 miles

indicators flashing close to legal limit

Pass 20 May 2011 99,156 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight damage to nearside mirror

Fail 20 May 2011 99,155 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight damage to nearside mirror

Fail 21 May 2010 86,514 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2010 86,514 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2009 73,311 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 73,310 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 22 May 2008 61,287 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

warning light on dash

Pass 22 May 2008 61,287 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

warning light on dash

Pass 14 May 2007 49,542 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 49,541 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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BU04 FPJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,490 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 Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU04 FPJ, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 FPJ registered?

BU04 FPJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 9 March 2004.

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