1998 Mitsubishi Galant 2.0L Petrol · S560 BBV
1998 Mitsubishi Galant (2.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Nov 1998. Recorded mileage 116,775 miles. MOT expired on 06 Dec 2023.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI GALANT
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Dec 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 116,775 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
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S560 BBV Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/12/2022
- 116,775 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S560 BBV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (S560 BBV) between November 2022 and December 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 December 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
S560 BBV Mileage History
- 28/11/2022116,774 mi
- 07/12/2022116,775 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 39 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution. This vehicle h
The primary priority for any buyer should be ensuring the vehicle passes a fresh MOT test before funds are exchanged. Because this car has not been tested since December 2022, there is a high probability of developed faults, such as seized brakes or perished tyres, due to inactivity.
Request a full service history to check for critical maintenance, specifically the timing belt intervals for the 1997cc petrol engine. Negotiate the price based on the cost of bringing the vehicle back up to a roadworthy standard and the potential difficulty in sourcing parts for a 1998 model in the UK.
Running costs will be typical for a late-90s 2.0L petrol saloon. Fuel economy will be significantly lower than modern equivalents, and the vehicle will sit in a higher tax bracket due to the emissions standards of 1998.
While insurance groups for the Galant are generally modest, maintenance costs may be unpredictable. The rarity of the model in the UK may lead to higher costs or longer wait times for specific replacement parts compared to more common vehicles of the same era.
Carefully inspect the chassis and underbody for corrosion, as this is a common failure point for vehicles of this age. Although the December 2022 failure record provided does not list specific defects, any failure on a 24-year-old car typically involves suspension wear or rust.
Check the red paintwork for clear-coat failure or fading, which is common on red vehicles from this period. Additionally, inspect the engine bay for oil leaks and ensure that all electrical components, including the lighting and dashboard instrumentation, are fully operational after the long period without a recorded test.
This red 1998 Mitsubishi Galant has a recorded mileage of 116,775 miles as of its last test in December 2022. The MOT history is limited, showing a failure and a subsequent pass within a ten-day window in late 2022. Given the age of the vehicle and the significant gap in testing since 2022, it represents a high-risk purchase.
No aggregate MOT data is available to provide a specific reliability benchmark for the Mitsubishi Galant.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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