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R31 BUH

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,626 mi
Last recorded75,626 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 BUH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2015 75,626 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 69,794 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 69,672 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 69,672 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 69,516 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2011 68,838 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 68,838 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 68,597 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 68,597 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 67,405 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 67,026 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 67,025 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 29 Aug 2007 61,086 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 61,086 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 55,427 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 49,407 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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R31 BUH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R31 BUH, 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 R31 BUH registered?

R31 BUH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R31 BUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 BUH shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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