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H488 JLE

1991 Mitsubishi Galant

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

118,019 mi
Last recorded118,019 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi Galant108,553 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH488 JLE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 118,019 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 115,123 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 111,959 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 108,553 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 104,579 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 99,975 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 99,975 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 95,539 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 90,547 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 85,197 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 80,412 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 75,327 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 75,273 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 69,839 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 69,837 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

hand brake slight travel

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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H488 JLE is a 1991 Mitsubishi Galant in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1991 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 108,553 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 H488 JLE, 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 35 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H488 JLE registered?

H488 JLE is a 1991 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H488 JLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H488 JLE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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