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HW52 GVD

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Silver Petrol 2351cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

98,807 mi
Last recorded98,807 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant75,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 GVD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,351cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 98,807 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2023 87,519 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2023 87,500 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced more than 50% across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 71,369 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 66,395 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 64,476 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 61,218 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 57,598 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2017 57,598 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 54,080 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 50,364 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 50,364 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both wrong bulbs fitted (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 46,590 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 42,006 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 37,804 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 34,746 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 30,445 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 29,049 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 26,200 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 21,619 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 18,148 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 18,148 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 14,149 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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HW52 GVD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant in Silver with a 2,351cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HW52 GVD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HW52 GVD?

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What year was HW52 GVD registered?

HW52 GVD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is HW52 GVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW52 GVD shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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