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C217 TJM

1986 Mitsubishi Starion

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,209 mi
Last recorded115,209 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Mitsubishi Starion99,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC217 TJM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 115,209 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 114,688 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 114,134 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 114,131 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Aug 2022 113,570 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 112,910 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 112,424 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 111,961 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 111,499 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 110,896 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Starion?

Based on 1,642 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
597
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
parking brake recording little or no effort 75
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C217 TJM is a 1986 Mitsubishi Starion in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1986 Mitsubishi Starion models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 99,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Starion fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C217 TJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Starion typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Mitsubishi Starion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C217 TJM registered?

C217 TJM is a 1986 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 1 May 1986.

Is C217 TJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C217 TJM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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