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FV02 ZHB

2002 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

121,001 mi
Last recorded121,001 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2010
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma74,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV02 ZHB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2010 121,001 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 121,001 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Both front tyres on wear markers

Front number plate damaged

O/S/R light lens slight damage

Rear number plate deterated

Pass 8 Sep 2009 110,673 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front number plate damaged

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

Pass 13 Sep 2008 102,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 Sep 2008 102,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 Sep 2007 93,827 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2007 93,827 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 84,608 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 84,608 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Carisma?

Based on 391,885 MOT tests across 40,862 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,543
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
40,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,459
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26,417
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,791
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,469
Stop lamp not working 10,388
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FV02 ZHB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 74,772 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 Carisma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV02 ZHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Carisma typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FV02 ZHB registered?

FV02 ZHB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is FV02 ZHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV02 ZHB shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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