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R508 DTW

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,534 mi
Last recorded122,534 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 DTW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 122,534 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 121,142 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 118,151 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 110,491 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 105,577 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 104,066 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 102,749 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 99,938 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 97,675 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2017 94,481 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 91,294 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 88,861 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 88,398 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 85,585 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 82,690 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 79,739 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 77,003 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 73,383 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 70,955 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 67,990 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 64,691 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 61,779 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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R508 DTW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R508 DTW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R508 DTW?

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What year was R508 DTW registered?

R508 DTW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R508 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 DTW shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R508 DTW have outstanding finance?

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