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R312 KDS

1997 Mitsubishi Legnum

White Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,375 mi
Last recorded115,375 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum107,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR312 KDS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLegnum
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 115,375 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 106,221 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 100,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Jan 2024 100,505 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 84,654 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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R312 KDS is a 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum in White with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 107,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R312 KDS, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Legnum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R312 KDS registered?

R312 KDS is a 1997 Mitsubishi Legnum, first registered on 9 October 1997.

Is R312 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R312 KDS shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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