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S3 FTO

1998 Mitsubishi Fto

Blue Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,223 mi
Last recorded71,223 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2007
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Fto116,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS3 FTO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelFto
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2007 71,223 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2007 71,170 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 61,831 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 53,079 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Fto?

Based on 55,254 MOT tests across 5,410 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
4,598
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,056
Steering rack gaiter split 4,014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,664
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,359
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,346
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S3 FTO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto in Blue with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Fto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 116,989 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Fto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,056 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S3 FTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Fto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Fto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S3 FTO registered?

S3 FTO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S3 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S3 FTO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S3 FTO have outstanding finance?

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