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FV52 FVF

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Silver Petrol 2351cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

86,604 mi
Last recorded86,604 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2013
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant75,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 FVF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,351cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2013 86,604 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S OF STEERING RACK

Fail 16 Jul 2013 86,602 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S OF STEERING RACK

Pass 3 Aug 2012 71,169 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 71,169 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 63,577 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 63,570 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 52,463 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Slight play in os steering rack end

Fail 18 Oct 2010 52,462 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Slight play in os steering rack end

Pass 20 Nov 2009 50,007 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 50,007 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 42,892 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 35,898 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 28,022 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 20,923 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?

Based on 121,113 MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
5,932
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,016
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,649
position lamp(s) not working 4,566
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,411
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,987
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FV52 FVF is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant in Silver with a 2,351cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 75,945 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 Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FV52 FVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Galant typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV52 FVF?

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What year was FV52 FVF registered?

FV52 FVF is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 22 November 2002.

Is FV52 FVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV52 FVF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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