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Mitsubishi Galant

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,498 cc

T563 BVAMOT history

T563 BVA is a red petrol Mitsubishi Galant first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 234,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
234,966 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T563 BVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Galant
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T563 BVA was last recorded at 234,966 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 1,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,651 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,315 miles
Average per year
8,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 234,966 miles
  • 2024 – 233,651 miles
  • 2023 – 233,383 miles
  • 2022 – 232,526 miles
  • 2021 – 231,988 miles
  • 2020 – 231,339 miles
  • 2019 – 229,937 miles
  • 2018 – 227,918 miles
  • 2017 – 225,775 miles
  • 2016 – 223,687 miles
  • 2015 – 210,730 miles
  • 2014 – 194,252 miles
  • 2013 – 179,278 miles
  • 2012 – 161,740 miles
  • 2011 – 144,266 miles
  • 2010 – 127,237 miles
  • 2009 – 109,917 miles
  • 2008 – 99,091 miles
  • 2007 – 95,111 miles
  • 2006 – 87,501 miles
  • 2005 – 71,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,966 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near suspension top arm pivot mounting.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Near suspension arm pivot mounting point.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

34 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,966 miles (+1,315)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    234,966 miles
    Test number
    315975949983
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass233,651 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    233,651 miles
    Test number
    671477828677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail233,635 miles (+252)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,635 miles
    Test number
    929909010463
    • MajorCentral Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass233,383 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    233,383 miles
    Test number
    684611251110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top suspension arm mounting area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail233,381 miles (+855)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,381 miles
    Test number
    896009918860
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top suspension arm mounting area corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass232,526 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    232,526 miles
    Test number
    685706938482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near suspension top arm pivot mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Near suspension arm pivot mounting point. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail232,526 miles (+538)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,526 miles
    Test number
    697124736726
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near suspension top arm pivot mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Near suspension arm pivot mounting point. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass231,988 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    231,988 miles
    Test number
    519701170096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail231,978 miles (+639)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,978 miles
    Test number
    869076045742
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass231,339 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    231,339 miles
    Test number
    424561832689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail231,327 miles (+1,390)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,327 miles
    Test number
    838739010272
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Suspension arm tie bar front mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass229,937 miles (+2,019)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    229,937 miles
    Test number
    882737260760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass227,918 miles (+2,143)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    227,918 miles
    Test number
    668286006303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Top suspension mounting inner wing. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower Suspension tie bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Pass225,775 miles (+2,088)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    225,775 miles
    Test number
    588907980749
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inside edge
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler and breather pipes heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass223,687 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    223,687 miles
    Test number
    207722223092
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail223,683 miles (+12,953)3 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,683 miles
    Test number
    354571457289
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Pass210,730 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    210,730 miles
    Test number
    994896788370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  18. Fail210,730 miles (+16,478)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,730 miles
    Test number
    448406931957
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Pass194,252 miles (+14,974)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    194,252 miles
    Test number
    499847334388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

  20. Pass179,278 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    179,278 miles
    Test number
    627333553315
    • NoteExhaust centre pipe leaking

  21. Fail179,278 miles (+17,538)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,278 miles
    Test number
    176682153311
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteExhaust centre pipe leaking

  22. Pass161,740 miles (+347)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    161,740 miles
    Test number
    915065942331
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  23. Fail161,393 miles (+17,127)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,393 miles
    Test number
    486159532348
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  24. Pass144,266 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    144,266 miles
    Test number
    457760041301
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has worn on insde edge
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Fail144,266 miles (+17,029)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,266 miles
    Test number
    755560541343
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has worn on insde edge
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass127,237 miles (+17,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    127,237 miles
    Test number
    171077540392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  27. Pass109,917 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    109,917 miles
    Test number
    511622149308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail109,914 miles (+10,823)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,914 miles
    Test number
    681291749313
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass99,091 miles (+3,980)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    99,091 miles
    Test number
    743720548318
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  30. Pass95,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    95,111 miles
    Test number
    794679137380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail95,111 miles (+7,610)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,111 miles
    Test number
    890607637343
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Note1) Slight play in track rod end inner ball joint.
    • Note20 O/S/F lower suspension ball joint showing signs of wear.

  32. Pass87,501 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    87,501 miles
    Test number
    681075256383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail87,497 miles (+16,320)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,497 miles
    Test number
    541093556334
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Note1) Slight play in N/S and O/S steering rack bushes.

  34. Pass71,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    71,177 miles
    Test number
    794933955354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T563 BVA

Does T563 BVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T563 BVA is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T563 BVA?
The MOT on T563 BVA is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T563 BVA done?
T563 BVA was recorded at 234,966 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 8,216 miles a year.
Has T563 BVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T563 BVA has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T563 BVA 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 T563 BVA find?
T563 BVA passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front upper suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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