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BV04 XTZ

2004 Mitsubishi Carisma

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

87,403 mi
Last recorded87,403 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma75,884 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 XTZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 87,403 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 81,430 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 68,810 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 68,773 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 54,064 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 49,808 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 49,808 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 45,374 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2011 40,545 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 35,692 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 30,101 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2008 24,121 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)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 18,720 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

o/s/f tyre starting to wear low on inner edge

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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BV04 XTZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 75,884 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 BV04 XTZ, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV04 XTZ registered?

BV04 XTZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 15 March 2004.

Is BV04 XTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV04 XTZ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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