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R6 FTO

2001 Mitsubishi Coupe

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,003 mi
Last recorded42,003 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Coupe85,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR6 FTO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCoupe
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 42,003 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 42,000 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 41,729 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 41,723 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 41,461 miles

coolant leak

Fail 25 Apr 2018 41,461 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

coolant leak

Pass 15 Aug 2016 40,127 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 36,486 miles

Rear Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output both sides fitted (1.1.A.3d)

Rear reflectors covered with film can see but poor reflection

Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,733 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,207 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 34,648 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 34,117 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 33,783 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 33,404 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,945 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 32,353 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 32,345 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 31,691 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 31,681 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Coupe?

Based on 1,238 MOT tests across 130 vehicles.

65.3%
Pass Rate
3,688
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 83
Brake pipe excessively corroded 79
Steering rack gaiter split 78
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 77
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
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R6 FTO is a 2001 Mitsubishi Coupe in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 85,213 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Coupe fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 83 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R6 FTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R6 FTO registered?

R6 FTO is a 2001 Mitsubishi Coupe, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is R6 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R6 FTO shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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