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BV53 NBJ

2003 Mitsubishi L200

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

164,219 mi
Last recorded164,219 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi L20082,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 NBJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2012 164,219 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front top ball joint rubbers deteriorated

o/s/r and both front tyre sidewalls slightly cracking

slight corrosion on both front brake ferruls

Fail 22 Aug 2012 164,219 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both front top ball joint rubbers deteriorated

o/s/r and both front tyre sidewalls slightly cracking

slight corrosion on both front brake ferruls

Pass 3 Aug 2011 159,029 miles

advise middle exhaust bracketcorroded

Pass 12 Aug 2010 156,364 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 153,620 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

wipers smear

Pass 29 Sep 2008 152,624 miles

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

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

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 149,281 miles

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 140,788 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 140,788 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200?

Based on 1,362,678 MOT tests across 122,130 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
7,398
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
122,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,324
position lamp(s) not working 20,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,949
Leaf spring fractured 19,317
Registration plate lamp not working 17,273
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BV53 NBJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 82,946 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi L200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BV53 NBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV53 NBJ registered?

BV53 NBJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is BV53 NBJ safe to buy?

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