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R288 TGM

1998 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

131,929 mi
Last recorded131,929 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi L300106,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 TGM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2016 131,929 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 126,770 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 126,768 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 121,772 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 121,772 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 116,173 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 111,147 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 111,147 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 105,135 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 97,948 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 91,266 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 84,786 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 78,587 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight side play at eye (shackle) (2.4.B.4)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 71,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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R288 TGM is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R288 TGM, 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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What year was R288 TGM registered?

R288 TGM is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R288 TGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 TGM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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