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K589 KNU

1993 Mitsubishi Gto

Black Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

91,027 mi
Last recorded91,027 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2009
Typical for 1993 Mitsubishi Gto105,177 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK589 KNU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2009 91,027 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 84,001 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 84,001 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 78,016 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 78,016 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 May 2006 71,943 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 71,890 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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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K589 KNU is a 1993 Mitsubishi Gto in Black with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1993 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 105,177 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 K589 KNU, 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 33 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K589 KNU registered?

K589 KNU is a 1993 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K589 KNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K589 KNU shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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