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DF52 HFC

2003 Mitsubishi L200

Silver Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

134,356 mi
Last recorded134,356 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi L20082,946 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 HFC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2013 134,356 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 134,313 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 125,339 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 121,089 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 114,032 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 114,032 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 10,337 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 103,377 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 95,874 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 85,341 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 70,912 miles

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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DF52 HFC is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200 in Silver with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DF52 HFC, 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 DF52 HFC registered?

DF52 HFC is a 2003 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is DF52 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 HFC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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