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MX51 XJL

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Red Petrol 2351cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

87,414 mi
Last recorded87,414 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant86,105 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 XJL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,351cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2013 87,414 miles

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

Fail 27 Dec 2013 87,414 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2012 76,205 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 73,363 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2010 65,092 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

unable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

wear steering rack

Pass 13 Dec 2010 65,092 miles

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

unable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

wear steering rack

Pass 21 Dec 2009 49,545 miles

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

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

steering rack has slight play

Pass 10 Dec 2008 43,523 miles

n/s steering rack shaft has slight play

Pass 27 Dec 2007 41,291 miles

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

Oil leak

slight travel in hand brake

un able to check outer sills due nto plastic covers fitted

Fail 27 Dec 2007 41,291 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight travel in hand brake

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

Oil leak

un able to check outer sills due nto plastic covers fitted

Pass 28 Dec 2006 36,909 miles

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

Fail 28 Dec 2006 36,909 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2005 32,560 miles

advise front tyres worn on inner edges.

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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MX51 XJL is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant in Red with a 2,351cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 86,105 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 MX51 XJL, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX51 XJL registered?

MX51 XJL is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is MX51 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 XJL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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