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N542 BCE

1998 Mitsubishi Fto

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

186,338 mi
Last recorded186,338 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2005
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Fto116,989 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN542 BCE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelFto
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2005 186,338 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2005

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

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

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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N542 BCE is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N542 BCE, 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 N542 BCE registered?

N542 BCE is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is N542 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N542 BCE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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