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E254 AFJ

1988 Mitsubishi L200

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,555 mi
Last recorded57,555 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2020
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi L200134,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE254 AFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2020 57,555 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2020 57,551 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 53,685 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 52,885 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 52,885 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 52,175 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 51,010 miles

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.B.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 51,010 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 50,699 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/f brake grabbing slightly

Pass 3 Feb 2014 50,644 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 50,635 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/f inner wing corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2012 50,486 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Feb 2012 50,468 miles

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 48,685 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 46,120 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 43,506 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 41,223 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 39,435 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200?

Based on 1,362,678 MOT tests across 122,130 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
7,398
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
122,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,324
position lamp(s) not working 20,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,949
Leaf spring fractured 19,317
Registration plate lamp not working 17,273
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E254 AFJ is a 1988 Mitsubishi L200 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 134,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E254 AFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 38 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E254 AFJ registered?

E254 AFJ is a 1988 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 25 January 1988.

Is E254 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E254 AFJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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