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V497 GYA

2000 Mitsubishi Galant

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

81,335 mi
Last recorded81,335 miles
Recorded on23 May 2008
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Galant94,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV497 GYA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2008 81,335 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2006 66,832 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 59,117 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 59,117 miles

Offside Front Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Galant?

Based on 121,113 MOT tests across 16,216 vehicles.

66.8%
Pass Rate
5,932
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,016
Brake pipe excessively corroded 7,649
position lamp(s) not working 4,566
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,411
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,987
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V497 GYA is a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 94,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V497 GYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Galant typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 26 years old, this Mitsubishi Galant is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V497 GYA registered?

V497 GYA is a 2000 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 25 January 2000.

Is V497 GYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V497 GYA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V497 GYA have outstanding finance?

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