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Mitsubishi FTO

Silver · Petrol · 1995 · 1,990 cc

L8 FTOMOT history

L8 FTO is a silver petrol Mitsubishi FTO first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026 and it has passed 6 of 12 MOT tests, with 85,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2026
Mileage
85,565 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2025
MOT tests
12
6 passed · 6 failed
Per year
388 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 FTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
FTO
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 FTO was last recorded at 85,565 miles on 14 Feb 2025, 40 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,525 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
40 miles
Average per year
388 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,565 miles
  • 2010 – 85,504 miles
  • 2009 – 85,123 miles
  • 2008 – 83,093 miles
  • 2007 – 80,558 miles
  • 2006 – 78,427 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,565 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported all brake pipes (1.1.11 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryWelding repairs carried out underside of vehicle and heavy underseal

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

12 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,565 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,565 miles
    Test number
    395681503468
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported all brake pipes (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs carried out underside of vehicle and heavy underseal
  2. Fail85,565 miles (+40)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,565 miles
    Test number
    915139806701
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Steering locking device missing track rod end nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Steering locking device missing split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported all brake pipes (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs carried out underside of vehicle and heavy underseal
  3. Fail85,525 miles (+13)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,525 miles
    Test number
    351518607608
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion inner/outer sills/suspension front lower arms
    • AdvisoryWelded repairs to vehicle
  4. Fail85,512 miles (+8)2 dangerous17 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,512 miles
    Test number
    183430112670
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to excessive leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded front and rear
  5. Pass85,504 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,504 miles
    Test number
    753158080221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,123 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    85,123 miles
    Test number
    134743459255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,093 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    253369958297
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
  8. Pass83,093 miles (+2,535)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    83,093 miles
    Test number
    530009058268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,558 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    444500577219
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  10. Pass80,558 miles (+2,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    452510277209
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  11. Pass78,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    983962376234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,427 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    322840876246
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Questions about L8 FTO

Does L8 FTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 FTO expired on 13 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 FTO?
The MOT on L8 FTO expired on 13 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 FTO done?
L8 FTO was recorded at 85,565 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2025, an average of 388 miles a year.
Has L8 FTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 FTO has failed 6 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 FTO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 FTO find?
L8 FTO passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2025 with 4 advisories: brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported all brake pipes; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion underside of vehicle; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair, and 1 more.

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