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F470 OBK

1988 Mitsubishi Starion

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,862 mi
Last recorded125,862 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2024
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion102,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF470 OBK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2024 125,862 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2024 125,862 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 125,844 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 125,844 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2022 125,717 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 125,396 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 124,680 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 124,341 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 122,865 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2009 121,885 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 119,631 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 117,774 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 117,774 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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F470 OBK is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 F470 OBK, 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 F470 OBK?

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What year was F470 OBK registered?

F470 OBK is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F470 OBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F470 OBK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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