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YBM 453X

1981 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

53,692 mi
Last recorded53,692 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2012
Typical for 1981 Mitsubishi L30059,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBM 453X
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2012 53,692 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 53,692 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 53,689 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Oct 2011 53,689 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2010 53,604 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 53,486 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 53,486 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 53,166 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 53,152 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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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YBM 453X is a 1981 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1981 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 59,217 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 YBM 453X, 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 45 years old, this Mitsubishi L300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBM 453X registered?

YBM 453X is a 1981 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 25 November 1981.

Is YBM 453X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBM 453X shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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