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R49 XBT

1998 Mitsubishi Legnum

Black Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,082 mi
Last recorded96,082 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum110,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 XBT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLegnum
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2008 96,082 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 88,354 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake pad shimms fouling brake disks / both sides

Pass 16 Aug 2007 88,038 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 88,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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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R49 XBT is a 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum in Black with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 110,443 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 R49 XBT, 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 28 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 R49 XBT registered?

R49 XBT is a 1998 Mitsubishi Legnum, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R49 XBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 XBT shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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