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F37 PJR

1988 Mitsubishi Starion

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2010
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

156,405 mi
Last recorded156,405 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2009
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion102,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF37 PJR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2009 156,405 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 156,374 miles

Centre Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 156,339 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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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F37 PJR is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F37 PJR, 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

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What year was F37 PJR registered?

F37 PJR is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F37 PJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F37 PJR shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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