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SF53 HFV

2004 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,422 mi
Last recorded41,422 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Canter94,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 HFV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Mar 2015 41,422 miles

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

n/s/r outer side light inop

Pass 2 Mar 2015 41,422 miles

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

n/s/r outer side light inop

Pass 31 Oct 2013 38,538 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 34,392 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 30,263 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 30,263 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 26,431 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 22,346 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 18,683 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 14,492 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 14,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 101,284 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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SF53 HFV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,490 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 HFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SF53 HFV registered?

SF53 HFV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 25 February 2004.

Is SF53 HFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 HFV shows 12 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 SF53 HFV have outstanding finance?

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