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EXZ 5661

1988 Mitsubishi Starion

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

15,581 mi
Last recorded15,581 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion102,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXZ 5661
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 15,581 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 14,511 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 11,633 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 11,632 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2016 11,481 miles

Coil spring not correctly located Both front (2.4.C.2)

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Floor to sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings Floor to sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Nov 2015 7,700 miles

o/s/f sill slightly corroded.

Pass 14 Oct 2014 6,741 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 6,741 miles

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 6,599 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 5,394 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 4,345 miles

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

nearside rear driveshaft boot split.

Pass 2 Jul 2008 2,925 miles

rear driveshaft boot split

Pass 3 Jul 2007 2,364 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 2,363 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

n/s/f inner tyre worn

o/s/r driveshaft boot split

offside inner sill rusty

Pass 26 Jun 2006 18 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Starion?

Based on 1,642 MOT tests across 267 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
597
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
267
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 165
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 101
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 79
parking brake recording little or no effort 75
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EXZ 5661 is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Starion models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 102,402 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Starion fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EXZ 5661, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Starion typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Mitsubishi Starion is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EXZ 5661?

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What year was EXZ 5661 registered?

EXZ 5661 is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 21 November 1988.

Is EXZ 5661 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXZ 5661 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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