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R417 DNH

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Green Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

173,980 mi
Last recorded173,980 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 DNH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2014 173,980 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

n/s/f ind lens cracked

sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Sep 2013 170,595 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2012 159,669 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 1 Oct 2012 159,669 miles

wiper blades starting to split

Pass 28 Sep 2011 147,809 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 135,749 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 135,749 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 123,730 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 111,074 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 98,690 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 88,571 miles

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

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

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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R417 DNH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Green with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R417 DNH, 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 R417 DNH registered?

R417 DNH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R417 DNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R417 DNH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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