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T238 FLJ

1999 Mitsubishi Carisma

Silver Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,635 mi
Last recorded36,635 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2022
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma86,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT238 FLJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCarisma
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2022 36,635 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 36,581 miles

handbrake travel is becoming high

large dirt deposits are starting to build up on underside of vehicle

nearside and offside rear foot brake efficiencies are slightly low/weak

power steering drive belt appears to be starting to perish

Pass 17 Apr 2015 36,565 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 36,343 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 36,123 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 35,866 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 35,866 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 35,599 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 35,597 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 35,169 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 34,694 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 34,256 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 33,517 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 32,946 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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T238 FLJ is a 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma in Silver with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T238 FLJ, 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 T238 FLJ registered?

T238 FLJ is a 1999 Mitsubishi Carisma, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is T238 FLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T238 FLJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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