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R718 CDC

2009 Mitsubishi Legnum

Purple Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

142,850 mi
Last recorded142,850 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Legnum114,124 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 CDC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLegnum
Year2009
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 142,850 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2026 142,849 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 142,819 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 142,517 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 142,335 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 141,408 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 140,808 miles

Shock absorber casing sprayed with oil. (nearside rear)

Pass 18 May 2015 138,684 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Slight exhaust leak

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2014 137,497 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 133,215 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear discs slight corosion

Pass 20 Apr 2010 123,958 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 113,922 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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R718 CDC is a 2009 Mitsubishi Legnum in Purple with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Legnum models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.0% with a typical mileage of 114,124 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 R718 CDC, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Legnum is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R718 CDC registered?

R718 CDC is a 2009 Mitsubishi Legnum, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is R718 CDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R718 CDC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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