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M557 FTC

1997 Mitsubishi L200

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

209,198 mi
Last recorded209,198 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L200119,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM557 FTC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2012 209,198 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 209,198 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 208,355 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2009 205,722 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 205,722 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 200,668 miles

centre prop mounting has some play

Pass 1 Jun 2006 191,647 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 191,647 miles

Vehicle Identification Number not permanently displayed (6.3.5.a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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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M557 FTC is a 1997 Mitsubishi L200 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 119,304 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 L200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M557 FTC, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M557 FTC registered?

M557 FTC is a 1997 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is M557 FTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M557 FTC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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