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CF03 XEP

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,709 mi
Last recorded64,709 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF03 XEP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2018 64,709 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to offside rear brake hose beyond service requirements (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 64,709 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to offside rear brake hose beyond service requirements (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened beyond service requirements (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 52,334 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 44,200 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 33,346 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 33,346 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2014 33,302 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 33,272 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2013 32,600 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 31,348 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 30,063 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 28,150 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 25,540 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 22,394 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 18,842 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 15,042 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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CF03 XEP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 CF03 XEP, 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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CF03 XEP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 24 March 2003.

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