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S272 RDF

1998 Mitsubishi Galant

Blue Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,171 mi
Last recorded151,171 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant97,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS272 RDF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2009 151,171 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 137,953 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 137,951 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 127,409 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 112,577 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 96,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2005 96,943 miles

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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S272 RDF is a 1998 Mitsubishi Galant in Blue with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 97,453 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 S272 RDF, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S272 RDF registered?

S272 RDF is a 1998 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S272 RDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S272 RDF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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