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RG51 GXD

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Purple Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

152,012 mi
Last recorded152,012 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant86,105 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 GXD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2001
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 152,012 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 147,968 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 May 2014 139,046 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 138,539 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 130,879 miles

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

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

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

slight play in steering offside front

Fail 10 Aug 2011 130,879 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

slight play in steering offside front

Pass 13 Oct 2010 121,349 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 111,311 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 99,107 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 88,756 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 76,617 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 65,673 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 65,673 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?

Based on 121,113 MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
5,932
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,016
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,649
position lamp(s) not working 4,566
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,411
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,987
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RG51 GXD is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant in Purple with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 86,105 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG51 GXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Galant typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RG51 GXD?

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What year was RG51 GXD registered?

RG51 GXD is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 29 October 2001.

Is RG51 GXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG51 GXD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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