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R438 KAR

1997 Mitsubishi Grandis

Silver Petrol 2378cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,146 mi
Last recorded55,146 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2014
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Grandis121,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 KAR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGrandis
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,378cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2014 55,146 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 49,800 miles

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

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

Rear engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 44,792 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 40,352 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 34,848 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 30,201 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 22,461 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,402 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Grandis?

Based on 71,169 MOT tests across 4,473 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
7,509
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,423
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,652
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,512
position lamp(s) not working 1,074
Registration plate lamp not working 860
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R438 KAR is a 1997 Mitsubishi Grandis in Silver with a 2,378cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Grandis models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 121,413 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Grandis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R438 KAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Grandis typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Grandis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R438 KAR registered?

R438 KAR is a 1997 Mitsubishi Grandis, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R438 KAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R438 KAR shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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