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SFL 559X

1982 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

47,278 mi
Last recorded47,278 miles
Recorded on13 May 2011
Typical for 1982 Mitsubishi L30063,699 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFL 559X
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2011 47,278 miles

Front Discs pitted

Nearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 38,389 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Apr 2010 38,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 38,385 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 38,385 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 37,899 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 37,899 miles

Nearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 36,823 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 36,823 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2006 34,599 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 34,599 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

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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SFL 559X is a 1982 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1982 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 63,699 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 SFL 559X, 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 44 years old, this Mitsubishi L300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SFL 559X?

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What year was SFL 559X registered?

SFL 559X is a 1982 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 2 February 1982.

Is SFL 559X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFL 559X shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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