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L288 NMJ

1993 Mitsubishi Chariot

Blue Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

161,185 mi
Last recorded161,185 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2006
Typical for 1993 Mitsubishi Chariot126,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL288 NMJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChariot
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2006 161,185 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 160,072 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Chariot?

Based on 6,170 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
6,745
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Steering rack gaiter split 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 284
fog lamp not working 281
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 267
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L288 NMJ is a 1993 Mitsubishi Chariot in Blue with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Mitsubishi Chariot models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 126,538 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Chariot fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L288 NMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Chariot typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 33 years old, this Mitsubishi Chariot is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L288 NMJ?

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What year was L288 NMJ registered?

L288 NMJ is a 1993 Mitsubishi Chariot, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L288 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L288 NMJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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