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J195 HMV

1997 Mitsubishi Gto

Silver Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,611 mi
Last recorded123,611 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Gto92,728 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ195 HMV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2014 123,611 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 123,542 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 May 2010 123,542 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 121,295 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 118,971 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

cuts to nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Sep 2006 115,994 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Gto?

Based on 16,279 MOT tests across 1,636 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
1,820
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,636
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 795
fog lamp not working 614
Brake pipe excessively corroded 612
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 579
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 572
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J195 HMV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Gto in Silver with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 92,728 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Gto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J195 HMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Gto typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J195 HMV registered?

J195 HMV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is J195 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J195 HMV 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.

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