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M460 DBY

1998 Mitsubishi Fto

Red Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,438 mi
Last recorded142,438 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Fto116,989 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM460 DBY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelFto
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2009 142,438 miles

emissions on limit

parking brake efficiency on limit

temp repair on exhaust

Fail 16 Apr 2009 142,055 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

o/ wiper rubber slightly split

r/o/s tyre inner edge showing signs of wear

signs of corrosion to both sides rear chassis legs

signs of corrosion to f/o/s inner wheel arch close to engine mount

Pass 18 Apr 2008 134,930 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion showing to both rear chassis legs (chalked)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 133,793 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION

Pass 18 Apr 2006 130,191 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Fto?

Based on 55,254 MOT tests across 5,410 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
4,598
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,056
Steering rack gaiter split 4,014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,664
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,359
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,346
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M460 DBY is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto in Red with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Fto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 116,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Fto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,056 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M460 DBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Fto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Fto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M460 DBY registered?

M460 DBY is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is M460 DBY safe to buy?

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