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DX51 CAU

2001 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

94,746 mi
Last recorded94,746 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Canter88,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 CAU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 94,746 miles

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front fuel pipes corroded

Offside Front mileage counter not recording

Offside Front track rod end ball joint has slight play

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

Fail 12 Jan 2017 94,746 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure broken (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Body has a projection caused by corrosion and offside front tipper rail corroded (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has a projection caused by corrosion and offside tipper rail corroded (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Inner tyre worn

Offside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front mileage counter not recording

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 94,746 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Lower tipper rail corroded

Nearside Rear Upper tipper rails corroded

Offside Front Outer Drag link end ball joint has slight play rear joint on drag link has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front mileage counter not recording

Offside Rear Lower tipper rail corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2015 94,746 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f side light has slight damage

n/s/r & o/s/r pickup frame corroded

windscreen has damage outside of swept area

Pass 20 Jan 2014 94,746 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r & o/s/r pickup frame corroded

o/s/f side light damaged

Pass 20 Dec 2012 89,017 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 79,228 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 70,678 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s/r outer tyre showing deteriation

Pass 3 Dec 2009 65,380 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s side repeater lens damaged (indicator)

n/s/f side light lens damaged

Fail 3 Dec 2009 65,380 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s side repeater lens damaged (indicator)

n/s/f side light lens damaged

Pass 2 Dec 2008 58,044 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 1 Dec 2008 58,044 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 52,047 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 46,033 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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DX51 CAU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 88,727 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 CAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX51 CAU?

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What year was DX51 CAU registered?

DX51 CAU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DX51 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 CAU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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