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CA03 HYP

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,432 mi
Last recorded110,432 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 HYP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2013 110,432 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Oct 2013 110,422 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 107,921 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2012 101,145 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 93,972 miles

Oil leak

drivers window does not open

Pass 20 Jul 2010 84,310 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 84,297 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 75,605 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 75,605 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 67,315 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 59,578 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 42,393 miles

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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CA03 HYP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 CA03 HYP, 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 CA03 HYP registered?

CA03 HYP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 26 June 2003.

Is CA03 HYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA03 HYP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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