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V159 LCC

1999 Mitsubishi Ralliart

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

53,301 mi
Last recorded53,301 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Ralliart71,658 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV159 LCC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelRalliart
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 53,301 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 53,112 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 52,929 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 52,807 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 52,590 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 49,411 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 48,703 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 48,567 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 48,432 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 48,013 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 47,434 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 46,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 44,963 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 44,466 miles

evidence of both rear tyres wearing on mud flaps.

evidence of exhaust rubbing on propshaft.

Fail 10 Jun 2011 44,466 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

evidence of both rear tyres wearing on mud flaps.

evidence of exhaust rubbing on propshaft.

Pass 21 Jun 2010 42,607 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 38,703 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2009 38,690 miles

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Battery Loose.

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Ralliart?

Based on 8,737 MOT tests across 848 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
1,957
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 357
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 220
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive 215
Brake pipe excessively corroded 198
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V159 LCC is a 1999 Mitsubishi Ralliart in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Ralliart models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,658 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Ralliart fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive, accounting for 357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V159 LCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Ralliart typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Ralliart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V159 LCC registered?

V159 LCC is a 1999 Mitsubishi Ralliart, first registered on 9 December 1999.

Is V159 LCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V159 LCC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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