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T218 JVX

1999 Mitsubishi Carisma

Red Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

57,674 mi
Last recorded57,674 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma86,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT218 JVX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 57,674 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 57,674 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 57,565 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2020 57,565 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Apr 2019 57,308 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 57,308 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 56,979 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 56,979 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 56,555 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 55,996 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 55,434 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 54,264 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 52,883 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2013 52,845 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2013 52,845 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 52,248 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 50,043 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 50,043 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 47,517 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 44,269 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 41,945 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 39,134 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 35,424 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Carisma?

Based on 391,885 MOT tests across 40,862 vehicles.

68.5%
Pass Rate
6,543
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
40,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,459
Brake pipe excessively corroded 26,417
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,791
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11,469
Stop lamp not working 10,388
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T218 JVX is a 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma in Red with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 86,889 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Carisma fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 27,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T218 JVX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Carisma typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Carisma is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T218 JVX registered?

T218 JVX is a 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 27 August 1999.

Is T218 JVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T218 JVX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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