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GF02 YFY

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,782 mi
Last recorded41,782 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant75,945 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 YFY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 41,782 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & year 2009 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & slight cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & slight cracking in tread age 2010 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 36,570 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 35,685 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 35,115 miles

Both inner CV boots passing small amount of grease. Not split, deteriorated or insecure

Fail 15 Dec 2020 35,115 miles

Both inner CV boots passing small amount of grease. Not split, deteriorated or insecure

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 34,110 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 33,524 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 32,851 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 32,115 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 31,436 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 30,749 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 30,749 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 29,952 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 28,644 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 27,504 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 25,371 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 25,346 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 22,944 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 20,255 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 17,492 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 14,512 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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GF02 YFY is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GF02 YFY, 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.

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What year was GF02 YFY registered?

GF02 YFY is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 29 May 2002.

Is GF02 YFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 YFY shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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