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G808 DRL

1989 Mitsubishi Starion

Red Petrol 2555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,953 mi
Last recorded95,953 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Starion92,684 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG808 DRL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelStarion
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,555cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 95,953 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 95,297 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 94,971 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 94,843 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 94,558 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 94,558 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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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G808 DRL is a 1989 Mitsubishi Starion in Red with a 2,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 G808 DRL, 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 G808 DRL registered?

G808 DRL is a 1989 Mitsubishi Starion, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G808 DRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G808 DRL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G808 DRL have outstanding finance?

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