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R449 XOB

1998 Mitsubishi L300

Maroon Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

155,087 mi
Last recorded155,087 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2008
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi L300106,034 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR449 XOB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2008 155,087 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 139,289 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 139,289 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 124,129 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 124,129 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring splayed and lightly rubbing (2.4.B.1c)

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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R449 XOB is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in Maroon with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R449 XOB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R449 XOB?

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What year was R449 XOB registered?

R449 XOB is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 4 June 1998.

Is R449 XOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R449 XOB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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