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P212 FFC

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

156,271 mi
Last recorded156,271 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant101,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP212 FFC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2008 156,271 miles

Underside rusting

Fail 17 Mar 2008 156,271 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

underside rusting

Pass 13 Apr 2007 149,956 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 149,924 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 142,043 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 142,043 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

oil leak from gearbox

rear exhaust rusting

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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P212 FFC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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

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 P212 FFC, 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 P212 FFC registered?

P212 FFC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is P212 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P212 FFC shows 6 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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