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Y987 GHW

2001 Mitsubishi Galant

Black Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2011
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

130,692 mi
Last recorded130,692 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2010
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Galant86,105 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY987 GHW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelGalant
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2010 130,692 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 130,520 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

OFF SIDE FRONT RACK AND PINNION END COUPLING WORN.

Pass 30 Dec 2008 120,820 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 120,820 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2007 108,939 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2007 108,939 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 96,136 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2006 96,136 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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Y987 GHW is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant in Black with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Galant models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 86,105 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 Galant fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,016 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y987 GHW, 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 25 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 Y987 GHW registered?

Y987 GHW is a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant, first registered on 26 June 2001.

Is Y987 GHW safe to buy?

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