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KN02 VRU

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

102,147 mi
Last recorded102,147 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2018
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant75,945 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN02 VRU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2018 102,147 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 94,952 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint straight arm (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint straight arm (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 89,770 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 86,903 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 83,443 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 80,100 miles

chip to screen

damage to boot lid

most metal brake pipes corroding

nearside front tyre worn low

Pass 3 Aug 2012 75,989 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 71,332 miles

fuel filter corr

Pass 3 Aug 2010 66,532 miles

front brake balance

most metal brake pipes corroding

slight play in nearside steering arm

Fail 30 Jul 2010 66,384 miles

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

most metal brake pipes corroding

slight play in nearside steering arm

Pass 29 Jul 2009 61,858 miles

most meatal brake pipes corr

Pass 25 Jul 2008 56,513 miles

slight pulsate on o/s/f brake

Pass 23 Jul 2007 48,556 miles

front pipe blowing slightly †front brake ballance

Pass 21 Jul 2006 39,003 miles

rear brake pipes starting to corrode

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?

Based on 121,113 MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
5,932
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,016
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,649
position lamp(s) not working 4,566
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,411
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,987
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KN02 VRU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 75,945 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN02 VRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Galant typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KN02 VRU?

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What year was KN02 VRU registered?

KN02 VRU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 9 July 2002.

Is KN02 VRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN02 VRU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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