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GY09 VJC

2009 Mitsubishi Grandis

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

142,356 mi
Last recorded142,356 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2024
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Grandis89,511 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 VJC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGrandis
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2024 142,356 miles

both front track rod ends rubber split

front disc worn

o/s/f shock leaking

Pass 28 Jul 2023 127,368 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 127,368 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2022 122,731 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 120,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 120,772 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play in steering rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 116,177 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2020 116,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 109,334 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 16 Jul 2019 109,334 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Jul 2018 101,389 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 92,356 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 92,356 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 83,128 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 83,128 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2015 73,751 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 56,138 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 39,444 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre on limit

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2012 28,577 miles

front number plate cracked

front wipers poor condition

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Grandis?

Based on 71,169 MOT tests across 4,473 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
7,509
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,423
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,652
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,512
position lamp(s) not working 1,074
Registration plate lamp not working 860
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GY09 VJC is a 2009 Mitsubishi Grandis in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Grandis models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 89,511 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 Grandis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY09 VJC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Grandis typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Grandis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GY09 VJC registered?

GY09 VJC is a 2009 Mitsubishi Grandis, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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