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R314 VLR

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Grey Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

47,803 mi
Last recorded47,803 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR314 VLR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 47,803 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 47,121 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 46,670 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 46,670 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 46,115 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 46,115 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 45,582 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 45,582 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 43,206 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 41,523 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 41,523 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 40,824 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 40,118 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 39,140 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,470 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 35,606 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 32,858 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 32,858 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 29,465 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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R314 VLR is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Grey with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R314 VLR, 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.

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What year was R314 VLR registered?

R314 VLR is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R314 VLR safe to buy?

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