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C484 AEL

1986 Mitsubishi Starion

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,714 mi
Last recorded61,714 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Mitsubishi Starion99,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC484 AEL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 61,714 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 61,714 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 94,071 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 8 Nov 2023 94,071 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2010 61,247 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 60,631 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 79,095 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 77,313 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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C484 AEL is a 1986 Mitsubishi Starion in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C484 AEL, 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

How do I check the history of C484 AEL?

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What year was C484 AEL registered?

C484 AEL is a 1986 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 18 February 1986.

Is C484 AEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C484 AEL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C484 AEL have outstanding finance?

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