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LP51 REU

2002 Mitsubishi Delica

White Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

135,705 mi
Last recorded135,705 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Delica137,268 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP51 REU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelDelica
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 135,705 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both, Deteriorating (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 133,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Mar 2025 133,359 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2025 133,326 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Shock Absorber Bush Worn

Offside Reg Lamp Dim

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine Oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Front Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension Trailing Arm Rubber Bushes Perished And Cracked

Pass 1 Mar 2024 130,962 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both, Deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Underside of Engine Oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appear Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2024 130,962 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding Both (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Exhaust mounting defective Broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both, Deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Underside of Engine Oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Appear Low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2023 127,473 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both, Deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Underside of Engine Oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both, Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 125,306 miles

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Central ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2022 125,306 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test Central ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2021 121,985 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 120,313 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 116,269 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 116,269 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 107,789 miles

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

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 100,792 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2016 100,792 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2015 94,295 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2015 94,295 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Delica?

Based on 67,358 MOT tests across 5,362 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
5,613
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 3,550
fog lamp not working 3,374
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,884
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,429
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,278
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LP51 REU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Delica in White with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Delica models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 137,268 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 Delica fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 3,550 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LP51 REU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Delica typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Delica is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LP51 REU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Delica, first registered on 14 February 2002.

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