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VCD 259

2000 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

24,252 mi
Last recorded24,252 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Canter98,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCD 259
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 24,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under carriage corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2025 23,959 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened car been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Side repeater insecure both sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Under carriage corroded

Fail 4 Feb 2025 23,959 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened car been stood (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Side repeater insecure both sides (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Under carriage corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2023 23,877 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Side repeater insecure both (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 23,632 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Side repeater insecure cracked both (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 23,280 miles

Side repeater insecure both reflectors cracked (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 22,500 miles

Nearside Front step corroded

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion

Pass 3 May 2018 21,239 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 19,153 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 17,714 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 15,566 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 13,294 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2009 12,712 miles

Both rear brakes have slight bind.

Pass 18 Feb 2008 9,066 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 612 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 149 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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VCD 259 is a 2000 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 98,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCD 259, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VCD 259 registered?

VCD 259 is a 2000 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 11 April 2000.

Is VCD 259 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCD 259 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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