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R937 JGH

1997 Mitsubishi Carisma

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

153,894 mi
Last recorded153,894 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma95,508 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR937 JGH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2013 153,894 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 152,213 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 146,223 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 141,056 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 134,927 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 128,285 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2008 128,285 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear seat belt catch casing broke

Pass 25 Sep 2007 121,686 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 113,742 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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R937 JGH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R937 JGH, 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 R937 JGH registered?

R937 JGH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R937 JGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R937 JGH shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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