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P131 BDD

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,400 mi
Last recorded127,400 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant101,231 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 BDD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2008 127,400 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

oil leak from oil filter

Pass 18 Aug 2007 121,488 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2006 115,687 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2006 115,687 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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P131 BDD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P131 BDD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P131 BDD registered?

P131 BDD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is P131 BDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P131 BDD shows 4 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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