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M852 VCT

1995 Mitsubishi 4X4

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

118,232 mi
Last recorded118,232 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1995 Mitsubishi 4X4105,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM852 VCT
MakeMitsubishi
Model4X4
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 118,232 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 117,829 miles

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault Brake warning light on dash (1.7 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2025 105,185 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 4 Mar 2025 105,182 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 15 Feb 2024 96,776 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Fail 15 Feb 2024 96,776 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Pass 9 Dec 2022 88,647 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch x4 ()

Pass 16 Sep 2021 81,235 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 81,231 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 80,406 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 78,400 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 76,621 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 74,813 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 73,235 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 73,228 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2013 73,228 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Jun 2013 73,228 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Oct 2011 73,045 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2011 73,045 miles

Centre Rear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 72,490 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 72,477 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 72,411 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 72,411 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2007 72,094 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 71,984 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi 4X4?

Based on 1,414 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
5,457
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 65
fog lamp not working 54
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 42
Registration plate lamp not working 37
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31
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M852 VCT is a 1995 Mitsubishi 4X4 in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 1995 Mitsubishi 4X4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 105,182 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 4X4 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 65 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M852 VCT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi 4X4 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 31 years old, this Mitsubishi 4X4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M852 VCT registered?

M852 VCT is a 1995 Mitsubishi 4X4, first registered on 1 October 1995.

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