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DG02 XVS

2002 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,799 mi
Last recorded94,799 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma74,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 XVS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 94,799 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 88,992 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

nearside wing mirror glass missing.

Fail 11 Feb 2015 88,979 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

nearside wing mirror glass missing.

Pass 3 Feb 2014 85,017 miles

2x exhaust brackets need to be repaired but system still supported

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 78,368 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 70,761 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2010 61,450 miles

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

o/s/r seat belt not tested due to baby seat fitted.

Pass 5 Jun 2009 54,523 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2008 49,107 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 43,066 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 35,566 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 19,204 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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DG02 XVS is a 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 74,772 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 DG02 XVS, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG02 XVS registered?

DG02 XVS is a 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 23 July 2002.

Is DG02 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG02 XVS shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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