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Mitsubishi Galant

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,498 cc

Y879 BKVMOT history

Y879 BKV is a blue petrol Mitsubishi Galant first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2022
Mileage
101,632 mi
At MOT on 27 Dec 2022
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 BKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Galant
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y879 BKV was last recorded at 101,632 miles on 27 Dec 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,631 miles · 21 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,632 miles
  • 2021 – 99,938 miles
  • 2019 – 99,929 miles
  • 2017 – 99,713 miles
  • 2016 – 97,122 miles
  • 2015 – 90,922 miles
  • 2014 – 87,042 miles
  • 2013 – 83,105 miles
  • 2012 – 78,961 miles
  • 2011 – 74,742 miles
  • 2010 – 69,741 miles
  • 2009 – 63,555 miles
  • 2008 – 57,027 miles
  • 2007 – 50,744 miles
  • 2006 – 43,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,632 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront sills corroded both sides

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 10 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,632 miles (+1)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,632 miles
    Test number
    580001306742
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all round (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront sills corroded both sides

  2. Fail101,631 miles (+1,693)5 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    478092090052
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside inner and outer sills corroded

  3. Pass99,938 miles (+9)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,938 miles
    Test number
    541412417919
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced also vehicle has been undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail99,929 miles (+216)1 dangerous12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,929 miles
    Test number
    463011731734
    • DangerousFront Bumper likely to become detached cover (6.1.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFuel pipe damaged fuel tank filler pipe (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s lower arm bushes split

  5. Pass99,713 miles (+2,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    99,713 miles
    Test number
    174551361311
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass97,122 miles (+6,200)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,122 miles
    Test number
    482340610747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass90,922 miles (+3,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,922 miles
    Test number
    718891635194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass87,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,042 miles
    Test number
    105053354110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,042 miles (+3,937)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,042 miles
    Test number
    255271554486
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass83,105 miles (+4,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    83,105 miles
    Test number
    607081763130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass78,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    345321462169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,961 miles (+4,219)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,961 miles
    Test number
    867959052186
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass74,742 miles (+5,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,742 miles
    Test number
    626914751177
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass69,741 miles (+6,186)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,741 miles
    Test number
    443690160162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,555 miles (+6,528)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    63,555 miles
    Test number
    753902469191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,027 miles (+6,283)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,027 miles
    Test number
    400739358122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,744 miles (+7,491)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    50,744 miles
    Test number
    852800167166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,253 miles
    Test number
    980561766101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 BKV

Does Y879 BKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y879 BKV expired on 15 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y879 BKV?
The MOT on Y879 BKV expired on 15 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y879 BKV done?
Y879 BKV was recorded at 101,632 miles at its MOT on 27 Dec 2022, an average of 3,528 miles a year.
Has Y879 BKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 BKV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y879 BKV 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 Y879 BKV find?
Y879 BKV failed its latest MOT on 27 Dec 2022 with 7 major defects and 7 advisories: battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both sides; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides, and 11 more.

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