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UAZ 7438

1998 Mitsubishi Fto

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,024 mi
Last recorded118,024 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Fto116,989 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAZ 7438
MakeMitsubishi
ModelFto
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 118,024 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2026
Pass 30 Jan 2025 116,722 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 116,097 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 113,687 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2022 101,934 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 95,519 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 95,449 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Fto?

Based on 55,254 MOT tests across 5,410 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
4,598
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
5,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,056
Steering rack gaiter split 4,014
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,664
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,359
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 3,346
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UAZ 7438 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Fto models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.9% with a typical mileage of 116,989 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Fto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,056 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UAZ 7438, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Fto typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Fto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UAZ 7438?

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What year was UAZ 7438 registered?

UAZ 7438 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Fto, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is UAZ 7438 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAZ 7438 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UAZ 7438 have outstanding finance?

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