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CP03 VVA

2003 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

121,832 mi
Last recorded121,832 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma76,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP03 VVA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 121,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 113,585 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 107,172 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 107,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 98,109 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 89,868 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 80,164 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 73,430 miles

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

both front coil spring lower gaskets displaced

Fail 23 Aug 2011 73,428 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front coil spring lower gaskets displaced

Pass 31 Mar 2011 70,082 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2010 61,268 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 48,695 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2009 48,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2008 38,489 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 28,120 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 19,444 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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CP03 VVA is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey 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 CP03 VVA, 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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CP03 VVA is a 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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