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MX55 VJO

2006 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

140,253 mi
Last recorded140,253 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Canter89,122 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX55 VJO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 140,253 miles

Oil leak ()

all brake pipes rusty

o,s,r, outer tyre side wall damaged

Fail 31 Aug 2017 140,253 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

all brake pipes rusty

o,s,r, outer tyre side wall damaged

Pass 5 May 2016 127,622 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Feb 2015 127,601 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Hinged tailboard cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 117,767 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 19 Feb 2014 117,760 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 111,931 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 106,521 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 96,934 miles

all brake discs are slighty worn

centre exhaust is slighty corroded

n/s side marker lens missing

n/s/f side board insecure

n/s/r maker light not working

Fail 4 Jan 2011 96,932 miles

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

all brake discs are slighty worn

centre exhaust is slighty corroded

n/s side marker lens missing

n/s/f side board insecure

n/s/r maker light not working

Pass 31 Dec 2009 81,529 miles

emissions too clean for printout

Fail 31 Dec 2009 81,529 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

emissions too clean for printout

Pass 18 Dec 2008 68,037 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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MX55 VJO is a 2006 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 89,122 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 Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX55 VJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MX55 VJO registered?

MX55 VJO is a 2006 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 3 January 2006.

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