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M17 RVR

1997 Mitsubishi Rvr

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

116,119 mi
Last recorded116,119 miles
Recorded on26 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr98,702 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 RVR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelRvr
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2010 116,119 miles

misfire on engine

underside rusty

Fail 24 May 2010 166,047 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 156,824 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear brake pads worn

Pass 20 Jun 2008 145,008 miles

rear exhaust brackets rusty

Fail 16 Jun 2008 144,934 miles

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

rear exhaust brackets rusty

Pass 22 Jun 2007 132,948 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 132,702 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 120,986 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Rvr?

Based on 2,911 MOT tests across 442 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
442
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 160
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 148
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 122
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 118
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M17 RVR is a 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 98,702 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 Rvr fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M17 RVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Rvr typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Rvr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M17 RVR registered?

M17 RVR is a 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M17 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 RVR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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