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R606 BGU

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

143,078 mi
Last recorded143,078 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR606 BGU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 143,078 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 142,696 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 140,512 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 137,340 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 130,834 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 123,636 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 116,284 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 109,612 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 100,940 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 92,272 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 85,848 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 79,051 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 73,419 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

rear registration plate slightly deteriated

Pass 3 Aug 2009 71,141 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 66,413 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 61,767 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 61,747 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 55,817 miles

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

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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R606 BGU is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R606 BGU, 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 R606 BGU registered?

R606 BGU is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R606 BGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R606 BGU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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