CarVerify

Free Car Check

YY53 PKU

2003 Mitsubishi Outlander

Black Diesel 2378cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,234 mi
Last recorded63,234 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander68,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY53 PKU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelOutlander
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,378cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2018 63,234 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2018 63,234 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 59,094 miles

brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 7 Jan 2017 59,094 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 27 Jan 2016 55,034 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

engine management light on

Pass 14 Jan 2015 51,805 miles

rear sub frame bushes worn , underbody and rear discs corroded ,

Fail 13 Jan 2015 51,805 miles

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear sub frame bushes worn , underbody and rear discs corroded ,

Pass 15 Jan 2014 49,157 miles

underbody corroded. play in rear sub frame bush

Fail 15 Jan 2014 49,157 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

underbody corroded. play in rear sub frame bush

Pass 15 Jan 2013 46,740 miles

underbody corroded,

Pass 9 Jan 2012 43,689 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 39,701 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 39,701 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

play in rear suspention arm bush,,, play in wheel bearing... brake pipes corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2010 32,533 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 25,662 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 25,662 miles

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 21,217 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 19,238 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 726,436 MOT tests across 75,074 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,010
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
75,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,278
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,050
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,007
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,610
Full Mitsubishi Outlander reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YY53 PKU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander in Black with a 2,378cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 68,619 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 Outlander fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY53 PKU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Outlander typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Outlander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YY53 PKU?

You can check the full history of YY53 PKU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YY53 PKU registered?

YY53 PKU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is YY53 PKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY53 PKU shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY53 PKU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YY53 PKU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.