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F288 SHU

1989 Mitsubishi Starion

Silver Petrol 2555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,935 mi
Last recorded104,935 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Starion92,684 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF288 SHU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,555cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 104,935 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2008 104,935 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

REAR DRIVR REAR DRIVE SHAFT BOOT SWPILT BOTH SIDE

Pass 19 Nov 2007 97,179 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

rear drive shaft gaiters slightly deteriorated

Pass 27 Nov 2006 90,196 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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F288 SHU is a 1989 Mitsubishi Starion in Silver with a 2,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi Starion models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 92,684 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 F288 SHU, 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 37 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 F288 SHU?

You can check the full history of F288 SHU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F288 SHU registered?

F288 SHU is a 1989 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 18 April 1989.

Is F288 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F288 SHU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F288 SHU have outstanding finance?

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