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P532 PVV

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Maroon Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

126,418 mi
Last recorded126,418 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP532 PVV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2010 126,418 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 126,418 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2010 125,770 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 113,632 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 113,632 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2008 105,812 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 99,935 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 99,935 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 10 Jul 2006 92,846 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 92,846 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Carisma?

Based on 391,885 MOT tests across 40,862 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,543
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
40,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,459
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26,417
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,791
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,469
Stop lamp not working 10,388
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P532 PVV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Maroon with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 95,508 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 Carisma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P532 PVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Carisma typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P532 PVV registered?

P532 PVV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P532 PVV safe to buy?

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