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Mitsubishi FTO

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,990 cc

T473 GROMOT history

T473 GRO is a black petrol Mitsubishi FTO first used on 12 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2018 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 93,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2018
Mileage
93,280 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,044 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T473 GRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
FTO
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2018
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T473 GRO was last recorded at 93,280 miles on 6 Apr 2022, 6,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,956 miles · 16 Aug 2017
Between the last two tests
6,324 miles
Average per year
3,044 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,280 miles
  • 2017 – 86,956 miles
  • 2016 – 79,709 miles
  • 2015 – 76,632 miles
  • 2014 – 72,063 miles
  • 2013 – 66,471 miles
  • 2012 – 60,175 miles
  • 2011 – 54,611 miles
  • 2010 – 52,782 miles
  • 2009 – 50,956 miles
  • 2008 – 47,989 miles
  • 2007 – 45,730 miles
  • 2006 – 44,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,280 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected INNER SILL HOLED NEXT TO REAR AXEL MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorCentral Front Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
  • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,280 miles (+6,324)1 dangerous15 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,280 miles
    Test number
    418379745259
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected INNER SILL HOLED NEXT TO REAR AXEL MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass86,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,956 miles
    Test number
    888335888979
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  3. Fail86,956 miles (+7,247)11 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,956 miles
    Test number
    920939529693
    • FailureAll position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  4. Pass79,709 miles (+3,077)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    79,709 miles
    Test number
    262812592919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass76,632 miles (+4,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    76,632 miles
    Test number
    662498022654
    • AdvisoryAdvise front tyres wearing on inner edges

  6. Pass72,063 miles (+5,592)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,063 miles
    Test number
    637127394194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre inner treads worn but not exsposing cords.
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  7. Pass66,471 miles (+6,296)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,471 miles
    Test number
    148777603232
    • NoteAdvise headlamp lens tarnished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres going bald on inner edges

  8. Pass60,175 miles (+11)3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,175 miles
    Test number
    146231122237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAll tyres worn inside edges
    • NoteFront headlight lens clouded
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp missing
    • NoteSign of offside rear brake bind
    • NoteSills covered

  9. Fail60,164 miles (+5,553)2 failures3 advisories9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,164 miles
    Test number
    588966112226
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAll tyres worn inside edges
    • NoteFront headlight lens clouded
    • NotePower steering pipes damp
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp missing
    • NoteSign of offside rear brake bind
    • NoteSills covered

  10. Pass54,611 miles (+1,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,611 miles
    Test number
    398145451143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass52,782 miles (+1,826)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    52,782 miles
    Test number
    364671820177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,956 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    50,956 miles
    Test number
    721534719115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    47,989 miles
    Test number
    454130028162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,989 miles (+2,259)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,989 miles
    Test number
    620400228114
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass45,730 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,730 miles
    Test number
    784296567004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,700 miles (+1,391)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,700 miles
    Test number
    493810067086
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  17. Pass44,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,309 miles
    Test number
    681113766045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T473 GRO

Does T473 GRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T473 GRO expired on 19 Aug 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T473 GRO?
The MOT on T473 GRO expired on 19 Aug 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T473 GRO done?
T473 GRO was recorded at 93,280 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2022, an average of 3,044 miles a year.
Has T473 GRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T473 GRO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on T473 GRO 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 T473 GRO find?
T473 GRO failed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 15 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill holed next to rear axel mount; central front anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; central front exhaust system insecure, and 19 more.

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