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R886 FWV

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,524 mi
Last recorded144,524 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2007
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR886 FWV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2007 144,524 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 1 Mar 2007 144,485 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 emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Battery insecure

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Oct 2005 123,659 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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R886 FWV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R886 FWV, 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

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What year was R886 FWV registered?

R886 FWV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R886 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R886 FWV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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