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R37 XFL

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,447 mi
Last recorded88,447 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 XFL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 88,447 miles

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

gearbox leaking oil

gearstick selction needs attension

Fail 1 Dec 2015 88,447 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

gearbox leaking oil

gearstick selction needs attension

Pass 20 Nov 2014 81,762 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 70,884 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Slight cracking to brake hose flexis

Slight perishing to C.V boots

Fail 29 Nov 2013 70,713 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Slight cracking to brake hose flexis

Slight perishing to C.V boots

Fail 20 Nov 2012 56,749 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s o/s rear tyres wearing on edges

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 20 Nov 2012 56,749 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s o/s rear tyres wearing on edges

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 1 Nov 2011 55,873 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 54,717 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 53,443 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 51,810 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 49,712 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 46,846 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 46,844 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 43,727 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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R37 XFL is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R37 XFL, 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 R37 XFL registered?

R37 XFL is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 11 August 1997.

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