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VU02 FMC

2002 Mitsubishi Galant

Silver Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

163,400 mi
Last recorded163,400 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2014
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Galant75,945 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 FMC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2014 163,400 miles

suspension bushes worn

Pass 20 Jun 2013 147,654 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 123,402 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2012 123,398 miles

Nearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 119,949 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Mar 2010 112,752 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 105,539 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 98,642 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 80,593 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 60,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

high resolution brake light inoperative

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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VU02 FMC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant in Silver with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 75,945 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 VU02 FMC, 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 24 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 VU02 FMC registered?

VU02 FMC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is VU02 FMC safe to buy?

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