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KC52 FLA

2002 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

151,538 mi
Last recorded151,538 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2013
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma74,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC52 FLA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2013 151,538 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 134,013 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 7 Nov 2011 119,284 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 106,310 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 86,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

both wipers worn

Pass 17 Oct 2008 70,565 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 55,661 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front reg plate

Fail 25 Oct 2006 41,737 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 41,737 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Carisma?

Based on 391,885 MOT tests across 40,862 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,543
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
40,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,459
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26,417
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,791
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,469
Stop lamp not working 10,388
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KC52 FLA is a 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 74,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Carisma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KC52 FLA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Carisma typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KC52 FLA registered?

KC52 FLA is a 2002 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is KC52 FLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC52 FLA 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 KC52 FLA have outstanding finance?

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