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J496 MHC

2003 Mitsubishi Gto

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,662 mi
Last recorded63,662 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Gto99,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ496 MHC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2013 63,662 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2013 63,662 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 63,627 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 63,627 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 101,323 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 101,078 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 98,369 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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J496 MHC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Gto in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 99,817 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 Gto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J496 MHC, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of J496 MHC?

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What year was J496 MHC registered?

J496 MHC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is J496 MHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J496 MHC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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