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R157 RCF

1998 Mitsubishi L300

Green Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,071 mi
Last recorded83,071 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2011
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi L300106,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 RCF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2011 83,071 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 76,479 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 70,099 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 63,673 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 58,819 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 58,553 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L300?

Based on 33,109 MOT tests across 4,892 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,409
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
4,892
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,687
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,287
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,286
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,232
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R157 RCF is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in Green with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 106,034 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L300 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R157 RCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L300 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi L300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R157 RCF?

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What year was R157 RCF registered?

R157 RCF is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R157 RCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 RCF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R157 RCF have outstanding finance?

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