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E553 HVV

1987 Mitsubishi L200

Beige Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

154,681 mi
Last recorded154,681 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2011
Typical for 1987 Mitsubishi L200110,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE553 HVV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year1987
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011 154,681 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Propshaft component defective

steering idler box has slight wear and play

Pass 2 Jul 2010 150,236 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 145,533 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 140,354 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 133,097 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 133,054 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

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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E553 HVV is a 1987 Mitsubishi L200 in Beige with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 110,474 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 E553 HVV, 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 39 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E553 HVV registered?

E553 HVV is a 1987 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 23 November 1987.

Is E553 HVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E553 HVV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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