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P128 DVJ

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

Red Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,171 mi
Last recorded54,171 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant101,231 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP128 DVJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2012 54,171 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 54,168 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 50,811 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 40,201 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 38,920 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 38,920 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2007 34,288 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 34,281 miles

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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P128 DVJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant in Red with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 101,231 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 P128 DVJ, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P128 DVJ registered?

P128 DVJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 13 March 1997.

Is P128 DVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P128 DVJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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