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L29 NVM

1998 Mitsubishi Galant

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,592 mi
Last recorded123,592 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant97,453 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL29 NVM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 123,592 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2026 123,540 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

reverse light not working

Pass 21 Dec 2024 120,314 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front downpipe gasket small leak (new gasket not fully sealed) (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear washer not working blocked jet

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective rubber split exhaust still secure no movement (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2015 117,102 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 112,606 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 107,387 miles

play in o/s/f wheel bearing

tyres perished

under body wet due to weather

Pass 12 Nov 2012 103,488 miles

rear tyres worn on inner edges. plastic sill cover fitted,.

Pass 21 Oct 2011 98,619 miles

damage to nearside sill

front tyres wearing on inside edges

unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2010 92,322 miles

nearside sill damaged

unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

underbody covered in undersill

Fail 22 Oct 2010 92,322 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

nearside sill damaged

unable to check outer sills plastic covers fitted

underbody covered in undersill

Pass 15 Oct 2009 84,552 miles

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

exhaust emmisions unstable,(C.O.varies)

Fail 6 Oct 2009 84,542 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

rear seat base insecure

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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L29 NVM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Galant in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 97,453 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 L29 NVM, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L29 NVM registered?

L29 NVM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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