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YJ04 VTC

2004 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

77,459 mi
Last recorded77,459 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Canter94,490 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 VTC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2025 77,459 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Daytime running lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 77,459 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 77,459 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 77,459 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 77,459 miles

Nearside Front Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (5.1.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 77,455 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material long front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view B zone (3.2 (a) (i))

slight play in n/s king pin

Pass 21 Jun 2018 71,081 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 49,903 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 45,446 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 40,506 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 40,504 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 37,197 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 34,819 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 34,819 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 32,208 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 32,208 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 29,016 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 29,390 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 22,897 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 16,916 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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YJ04 VTC is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 94,490 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ04 VTC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ04 VTC registered?

YJ04 VTC is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is YJ04 VTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ04 VTC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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