The road tax status for S277 GVL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S277 GVL?

The MOT for S277 GVL is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 May 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of S277 GVL?

The recorded mileage for S277 GVL is 131,642 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S277 GVL ULEZ compliant?

No, S277 GVL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1998 Mitsubishi Galant 2.5L Petrol · S277 GVL

S277 GVL

1998 Mitsubishi Galant (2.5L, petrol). First registered 31/12/1998. Recorded mileage 131,642 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MITSUBISHI GALANT
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/05/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 131,642 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 131,642 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1998
Engine: 2498cc

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S277 GVL Key Findings

19 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2024
131,642 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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S277 GVL Mileage History

11/08/200983,435 mi
04/05/201083,449 mi+14 mi
15/05/201083,449 km
03/05/201165,615 mi
06/05/201165,627 mi+12 mi
17/05/201277,773 km
20/02/201382,551 mi
20/02/201382,551 mi
29/03/201490,411 mi+7,860 mi
19/04/201491,141 mi+730 mi
23/04/201491,189 mi+48 mi
08/04/2015100,436 mi+9,247 mi
03/06/2016107,315 mi+6,879 mi
11/07/2017111,430 mi+4,115 mi
22/08/2018120,964 mi+9,534 mi
09/05/2022128,996 mi+8,032 mi
09/05/2022128,996 mi
10/05/2023130,391 mi+1,395 mi
17/05/2024131,642 mi+1,251 mi

Average of roughly 3,265 miles per year across 19 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

S277 GVL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 11:34

MOT Analysis

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19 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (S277 GVL) between August 2009 and May 2024.

The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 17 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)”; “Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)”; “Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)”.

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