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SM55 JGU

2005 Mitsubishi Grandis

Silver Petrol 2378cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

98,455 mi
Last recorded98,455 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2022
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis84,171 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 JGU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGrandis
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,378cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2022 98,455 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 96,726 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front steering arm has play in joint

Offside Front steering arm has play in joint

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all suspension components corroded

front and rear sub frame corroded

Pass 4 Mar 2019 86,158 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 86,155 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 77,593 miles

All rear suspension components showing corrosion

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes at joins (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 28 Mar 2018 77,593 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

All rear suspension components showing corrosion

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes at joins (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 62,995 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 53,832 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 50,723 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 44,888 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Spare tyre defective

nearside front tyre soft

Fail 10 Sep 2014 44,888 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Spare tyre defective

nearside front tyre soft

Fail 20 Sep 2013 41,692 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

spare tyre flat

Pass 20 Sep 2013 41,692 miles

spare tyre flat

Pass 14 Sep 2012 37,627 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

brake squeal

Pass 15 Sep 2011 33,574 miles

Rear wiper blade is torn.

Pass 20 Sep 2010 29,211 miles

Rear wiper blade is torn.

Pass 21 Sep 2009 24,000 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 17,275 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Grandis?

Based on 71,169 MOT tests across 4,473 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
7,509
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,423
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,652
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,512
position lamp(s) not working 1,074
Registration plate lamp not working 860
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SM55 JGU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis in Silver with a 2,378cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 84,171 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Grandis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,423 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM55 JGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Grandis typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Grandis is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SM55 JGU registered?

SM55 JGU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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