CarVerify

Free Car Check

J40 GTO

1998 Mitsubishi Gto

Grey Petrol 3000cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

88,693 mi
Last recorded88,693 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Gto96,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 GTO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 88,693 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear above subframe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 85,141 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014
Pass 26 Oct 2013 77,248 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 76,393 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 72,791 miles

oil leaks on engine and gearbox

Pass 16 Sep 2010 69,010 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres worn on very outer edges.

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Jun 2009 68,161 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 68,161 miles

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

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
Full Mitsubishi Gto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

J40 GTO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Gto in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 96,494 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 J40 GTO, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J40 GTO?

You can check the full history of J40 GTO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was J40 GTO registered?

J40 GTO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is J40 GTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 GTO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J40 GTO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on J40 GTO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.