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P602 LGM

1997 Mitsubishi Galant

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

161,845 mi
Last recorded161,845 miles
Recorded on8 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Galant101,231 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP602 LGM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2008 161,845 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/R light unit has slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 May 2008 161,845 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S/R light unit has slight play

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2007 148,002 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 May 2006 137,466 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 137,466 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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P602 LGM is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P602 LGM, 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 P602 LGM registered?

P602 LGM is a 1997 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 7 November 1997.

Is P602 LGM safe to buy?

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