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R496 DTW

1998 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,466 mi
Last recorded115,466 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2015
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi L300106,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 DTW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2015 115,466 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 25 Jun 2014 112,358 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 108,459 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 104,312 miles

front and rear of vehicle running close to bump stops.

Fail 26 Jun 2012 104,279 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

front and rear of vehicle running close to bump stops.

Pass 24 Jun 2011 98,603 miles

front and rear suspension close to bump stops.

front wipers slightly deteriated.

Pass 23 Jun 2010 93,708 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2009 88,917 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 79,684 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

spare wheel not present on carrier at time of test.

Pass 29 Jun 2006 73,191 miles

off side front fog lamp lens broken.

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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R496 DTW is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R496 DTW, 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

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What year was R496 DTW registered?

R496 DTW is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R496 DTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 DTW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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