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F690 UPU

1988 Mitsubishi Starion

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

113,921 mi
Last recorded113,921 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion102,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF690 UPU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 113,921 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Aug 2024 113,642 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 113,507 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 112,808 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 112,190 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 111,997 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 111,961 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 111,531 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 110,830 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2008 110,830 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 110,630 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 107,678 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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F690 UPU is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F690 UPU, 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 F690 UPU?

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What year was F690 UPU registered?

F690 UPU is a 1988 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is F690 UPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F690 UPU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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