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RL03 RNV

2003 Mitsubishi Grandis

Silver Petrol 2378cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

188,870 mi
Last recorded188,870 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Grandis97,641 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL03 RNV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGrandis
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,378cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2016 188,870 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2016 188,870 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 167,845 miles

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

Oil Leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Sides Inner Edges (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Dec 2015 167,845 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint Both Sides Tie Bar (2.4.G.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Oil Leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both Sides Inner Edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 152,503 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 30 Dec 2014 152,479 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 31 Dec 2013 134,254 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 125,525 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 125,525 miles

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 104,494 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 88,554 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 88,554 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 67,276 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 51,016 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 37,902 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 27,970 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 27,970 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Grandis?

Based on 71,169 MOT tests across 4,473 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
7,509
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,423
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,652
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,512
position lamp(s) not working 1,074
Registration plate lamp not working 860
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RL03 RNV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Grandis in Silver with a 2,378cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Grandis models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 97,641 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 Grandis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RL03 RNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Grandis typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Grandis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RL03 RNV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Grandis, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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