BJ04 YWU

2004 MITSUBISHI — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MITSUBISHI
Year
2004
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1584 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
8 December 2026 (176 days away)
Last recorded mileage
12,071 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 68/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2004 Mitsubishi has 22 MOT tests on record with a 91% pass rate and 12,071 miles. The significant mileage drop in 2020 and a 2021 service gap also warrant careful investigation.

The mileage trajectory shows a significant drop from 112,220 miles in Dec 2019 to 115,027 miles in Dec 2020, followed by a period of very low annual usage, indicating a change in driving habits or potential periods of inactivity.

Things to check

  • Recurring brake failures (Dec 2020, Mar 2023) and advisories (Apr 2022, Dec 2025) suggest ongoing brake system issues.
  • Recurring suspension advisories (Apr 2022, Mar 2023) indicate a pattern of wear on critical safety components.
  • A 2021 service gap is noted, which could mean the vehicle was not maintained during that period.
  • The mileage dropped significantly from 112,220 miles in Dec 2019 to 115,027 miles in Dec 2020, suggesting a change in usage.

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP (2025): 5-star safety rating.
  • Most recent MOT passed despite 2 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until 2026-12-08, providing immediate peace of mind for roadworthiness.
  • Consistent, normal mileage for its age (6,101 miles/year), indicating reasonable usage.

Mileage history

May 2007: 12,071 mi PASSMay 2008: 19,664 mi PASSJan 2009: 22,214 mi PASSDec 2009: 31,348 mi PASSDec 2010: 40,730 mi PASSDec 2011: 50,864 mi PASSDec 2012: 60,355 mi PASSDec 2013: 69,980 mi PASSDec 2014: 79,590 mi PASSDec 2015: 89,759 mi PASSDec 2016: 96,383 mi PASSDec 2017: 102,181 mi PASSDec 2018: 107,224 mi PASSDec 2019: 112,220 mi PASSDec 2020: 115,027 mi FAILDec 2020: 115,032 mi PASSApr 2022: 116,890 mi PASSMar 2023: 122,022 mi FAILMar 2023: 122,022 mi PASSJan 2024: 125,131 mi PASSJan 2025: 129,921 mi PASSDec 2025: 133,952 mi PASS134k73k12kMay 2007Dec 2025

MOT test history — 20/22 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
May 2007 PASS 12,071 mi None recorded
May 2008 PASS 19,664 mi None recorded
Jan 2009 PASS 22,214 mi None recorded
Dec 2009 PASS 31,348 mi None recorded
Dec 2010 PASS 40,730 mi None recorded
Dec 2011 PASS 50,864 mi None recorded
Dec 2012 PASS 60,355 mi None recorded
Dec 2013 PASS 69,980 mi None recorded
Dec 2014 PASS 79,590 mi None recorded
Dec 2015 PASS 89,759 mi None recorded
Dec 2016 PASS 96,383 mi None recorded
Dec 2017 PASS 102,181 mi None recorded
Dec 2018 PASS 107,224 mi None recorded
Dec 2019 PASS 112,220 mi None recorded
Dec 2020 FAIL 115,027 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
DANGEROUS Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
MAJOR Brake performance not tested due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
Dec 2020 PASS 115,032 mi
MINOR Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
MINOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
MINOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Apr 2022 PASS 116,890 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
MINOR Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Mar 2023 FAIL 122,022 mi
PRS Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Mar 2023 PASS 122,022 mi None recorded
Jan 2024 PASS 125,131 mi
ADVISORY slight corrosion both rear inner sills
Jan 2025 PASS 129,921 mi None recorded
Dec 2025 PASS 133,952 mi
ADVISORY slight surface corrosion to rear of both inner sills
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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