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P71 SWC

1997 Mitsubishi Rvr

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,118 mi
Last recorded80,118 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr98,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP71 SWC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelRvr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2017 80,118 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked

Nearside Rear tyre cracked.

Pass 22 Oct 2016 77,111 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 74,887 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 69,954 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 65,457 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 60,617 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 56,039 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 56,039 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2010 52,152 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 48,726 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 48,726 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2008 46,439 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 44,120 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Rvr?

Based on 2,911 MOT tests across 442 vehicles.

68.4%
Pass Rate
5,184
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
442
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 160
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 148
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 122
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 118
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P71 SWC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 98,702 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Rvr fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 198 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P71 SWC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Rvr typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Rvr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P71 SWC?

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What year was P71 SWC registered?

P71 SWC is a 1997 Mitsubishi Rvr, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P71 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P71 SWC shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P71 SWC have outstanding finance?

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