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N703 BRB

1996 Mitsubishi Coupe

Blue Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,643 mi
Last recorded85,643 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Coupe74,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN703 BRB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCoupe
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 85,643 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 84,744 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2024 84,707 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 83,611 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 81,908 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020
Pass 8 Aug 2017 81,863 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 81,863 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 81,165 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2015 81,163 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2014 79,210 miles

exhaust corroded at most joints

front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2013 76,551 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 74,834 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 74,834 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 72,236 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 72,232 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Coupe?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
3,688
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 83
Brake pipe excessively corroded 79
Steering rack gaiter split 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
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N703 BRB is a 1996 Mitsubishi Coupe in Blue with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 74,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Coupe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N703 BRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N703 BRB registered?

N703 BRB is a 1996 Mitsubishi Coupe, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N703 BRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N703 BRB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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