CarVerify

Free Car Check

R659 KGF

2003 Mitsubishi Gto

Black Petrol 300cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,545 mi
Last recorded35,545 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Gto99,817 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR659 KGF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine300cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2021 35,545 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Radiator support corroded

Pass 26 Jan 2018 35,395 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 26 Jan 2018 35,395 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jan 2008 33,620 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 28,505 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 28,505 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 27,161 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2005 27,161 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Gto?

Based on 16,279 MOT tests across 1,636 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
1,820
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,636
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 795
fog lamp not working 614
Brake pipe excessively corroded 612
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 579
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 572
Full Mitsubishi Gto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R659 KGF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Gto in Black with a 300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Gto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 99,817 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Gto fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 795 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R659 KGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Gto typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Gto is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R659 KGF?

You can check the full history of R659 KGF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R659 KGF registered?

R659 KGF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Gto, first registered on 14 August 2003.

Is R659 KGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R659 KGF shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R659 KGF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R659 KGF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.