Mitsubishi L300 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Mitsubishi L300 car check
Is the Mitsubishi L300 reliable? We analysed 33,109 real MOT tests across 4,892 vehicles to find out.
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The Mitsubishi L300 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mitsubishi L300.
Mitsubishi L300 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mitsubishi L300. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mitsubishi L300 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mitsubishi L300 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mitsubishi L300 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mitsubishi L300 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mitsubishi L300 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mitsubishi L300 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mitsubishi L300 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mitsubishi L300 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 86 | 67.4% | 75,483 | 166,244 | 197,252 |
| 2005 | 158 | 76.6% | 100,834 | 132,831 | 165,225 |
| 2004 | 154 | 68.2% | 95,917 | 126,022 | 148,242 |
| 2003 | 250 | 68.8% | 124,502 | 158,498 | 185,420 |
| 2002 | 525 | 76.0% | 61,634 | 87,304 | 140,996 |
| 2001 | 1,513 | 70.4% | 74,421 | 99,321 | 135,265 |
| 2000 | 2,316 | 72.2% | 68,868 | 96,226 | 129,511 |
| 1999 | 2,563 | 70.7% | 72,943 | 99,283 | 131,462 |
| 1998 | 2,741 | 69.4% | 77,632 | 106,034 | 137,638 |
| 1997 | 2,933 | 69.2% | 85,729 | 111,278 | 139,912 |
| 1996 | 3,710 | 67.3% | 87,885 | 115,884 | 147,648 |
| 1995 | 2,887 | 67.7% | 96,307 | 122,507 | 156,925 |
| 1994 | 2,362 | 67.4% | 103,228 | 133,213 | 164,490 |
| 1993 | 2,080 | 66.3% | 97,941 | 129,327 | 167,482 |
| 1992 | 1,748 | 65.7% | 95,725 | 124,873 | 159,902 |
| 1991 | 1,630 | 66.1% | 94,944 | 125,050 | 157,489 |
| 1990 | 1,371 | 66.2% | 96,322 | 124,275 | 157,637 |
| 1989 | 1,188 | 68.0% | 98,049 | 117,816 | 158,902 |
| 1988 | 981 | 66.8% | 93,045 | 121,633 | 166,064 |
| 1987 | 366 | 63.9% | 95,715 | 136,722 | 170,756 |
How Long Does a Mitsubishi L300 Last?
Based on 4,892 Mitsubishi L300 vehicles on UK roads.
Mitsubishi L300 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mitsubishi L300 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mitsubishi L300
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.6% MOT pass rate from 158 tests
61.7% MOT pass rate from 266 tests
The best year to buy a used Mitsubishi L300 is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.6% across 158 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mitsubishi L300 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi L300 THIS CAR | 68.3% | 33,109 | 113,723 mi | 43 yrs |
| Mitsubishi L200 | 74.1% | 1,362,678 | 80,302 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Shogun | 71.9% | 1,312,716 | 107,142 mi | 37 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Colt | 72.5% | 950,325 | 59,666 mi | 30 yrs |
| Triumph Street Triple R | 89.1% | 25,519 | 11,017 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Mitsubishi L200 (74.1% pass rate) and the Mitsubishi Shogun (71.9% pass rate), the Mitsubishi L300 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Mitsubishi L300Should you buy a used Mitsubishi L300?
The Mitsubishi L300 has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.3% across 33,109 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mitsubishi L300 are brake pipe excessively corroded (2,162 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,687), and windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (1,287). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mitsubishi L300 owner drives around 4,409 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mitsubishi L300 models stay on UK roads for around 43 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.