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SF53 HFW

2004 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,701 mi
Last recorded52,701 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Canter94,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 52,701 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 48,277 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 44,538 miles

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

advise front brake discs corroded

Fail 24 Nov 2011 44,538 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

advise front brake discs corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2010 41,896 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 36,874 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r lamp cracked

o/s/f brake drag

Pass 24 Nov 2008 32,436 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 24,412 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 24,412 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 23 Nov 2006 17,603 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 17,603 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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 HFW is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF53 HFW registered?

SF53 HFW is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 3 February 2004.

Is SF53 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 HFW shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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