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G68 JNW

1989 Mitsubishi Starion

Red Petrol 2555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,579 mi
Last recorded43,579 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Starion92,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG68 JNW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,555cc
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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 43,579 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 43,553 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2022 43,471 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 43,316 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 43,288 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 43,288 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 43,252 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 43,232 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 43,250 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 43,250 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 43,152 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 43,150 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 43,100 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2013 42,996 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 42,980 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 42,978 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 42,955 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 42,955 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 42,762 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise surface corrosion both inner sills

strong advise surface corrosion both front chassis members

Pass 29 Aug 2008 42,527 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 41,821 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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G68 JNW is a 1989 Mitsubishi Starion in Red with a 2,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi Starion models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 92,684 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 G68 JNW, 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 37 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 G68 JNW registered?

G68 JNW is a 1989 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G68 JNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G68 JNW shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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