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SF53 HFX

2004 Mitsubishi Canter

Brown Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

96,438 mi
Last recorded96,438 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Canter94,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 HFX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2004
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2019 96,438 miles

Nearside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R + O/S/R COVERED IN GREASE (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 86,966 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 77,272 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2017 77,272 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both rear (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 67,177 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 58,017 miles

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 57,780 miles

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

Fail 7 Aug 2014 57,779 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 53,099 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 49,340 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 46,175 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 41,047 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 37,114 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 37,114 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 31,387 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

advise n/s mirror cracked

Pass 16 Nov 2006 24,587 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 HFX is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter in Brown with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HFX, 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 HFX registered?

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

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The MOT history for SF53 HFX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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