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RG53 DZY

2003 Mitsubishi Montero

Green Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,279 mi
Last recorded97,279 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2009
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Montero105,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 DZY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelMontero
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2009 97,279 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 96,212 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 82,042 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 71,929 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2007 71,925 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Montero?

Based on 670 MOT tests across 128 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
5,794
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
128
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 30
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 14
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RG53 DZY is a 2003 Mitsubishi Montero in Green with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Montero models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 105,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Montero fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RG53 DZY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Montero typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Montero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RG53 DZY registered?

RG53 DZY is a 2003 Mitsubishi Montero, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RG53 DZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 DZY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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