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P960 SVX

1997 Mitsubishi Delica

Red Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,526 mi
Last recorded162,526 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Delica130,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP960 SVX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelDelica
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2023 162,526 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2023 162,522 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 159,968 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 154,750 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2021 154,750 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe large split (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2017 154,253 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 154,071 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 154,071 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 152,033 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 152,029 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 151,475 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 149,766 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 149,758 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 148,023 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 145,322 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 145,321 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 150,462 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 142,896 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 135,500 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 135,345 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 135,345 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Delica?

Based on 67,358 MOT tests across 5,362 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
5,613
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 3,550
fog lamp not working 3,374
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,429
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,278
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P960 SVX is a 1997 Mitsubishi Delica in Red with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Delica models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 130,987 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Delica fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 3,550 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P960 SVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Delica typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Delica is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P960 SVX is a 1997 Mitsubishi Delica, first registered on 18 January 1997.

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