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YK53 FPJ

2004 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

161,510 mi
Last recorded161,510 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Canter94,490 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK53 FPJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 161,510 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 161,497 miles

Centre Trailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/75/16c (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm also has nail in tyre (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Upper Hinged tailboard cannot be secured in the closed position securing pin missing (6.4.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

rear brake binding hand brake arm under vehicle siezed (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake pad warning light on

exhaust deteriorated

nearside front indicator lens broken

Pass 20 Jun 2015 154,495 miles

offside side repeater is damaged...

slight play in both front wheel bearings....

fuel pipes are corroded....

none standard rear lights fitted....

Pass 19 Feb 2014 145,492 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 145,474 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Offside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2012 135,757 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 135,754 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a) DANGEROUS

fuel tank corroded

Pass 3 Jan 2008 110,952 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 88,303 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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YK53 FPJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YK53 FPJ, 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.

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YK53 FPJ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 20 January 2004.

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