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L33 GNM

1998 Mitsubishi Legnum

Blue Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

182,825 mi
Last recorded182,825 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum110,443 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 GNM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLegnum
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 182,825 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Oct 2017 177,665 miles

ALL BRAKES PADS CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT

Fail 23 Oct 2017 177,665 miles

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

ALL BRAKE PADS CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Fail 19 Oct 2017 33,124 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

ALL BRAKE PADS CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

Pass 24 Nov 2015 164,076 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 13,023 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 158,119 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 155,021 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 155,021 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 148,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 18 Feb 2012 148,336 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 133,765 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 123,424 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 115,048 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 108,458 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Legnum?

Based on 3,624 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
4,415
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 150
Steering rack gaiter split 139
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 134
position lamp(s) not working 114
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L33 GNM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum in Blue with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 110,443 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 Legnum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L33 GNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Legnum typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Legnum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L33 GNM registered?

L33 GNM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum, first registered on 1 February 1998.

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