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DVC 181Y

1983 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

38,499 mi
Last recorded38,499 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Mitsubishi L30043,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVC 181Y
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2023 38,499 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 38,499 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 38,499 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2021 38,499 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 38,499 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 38,499 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 38,499 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 38,499 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 38,499 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 38,499 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 38,499 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 38,499 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 38,499 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,499 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 38,449 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 38,493 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 38,499 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 38,499 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 37,583 miles

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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DVC 181Y is a 1983 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1983 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 43,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DVC 181Y, 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 43 years old, this Mitsubishi L300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DVC 181Y?

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What year was DVC 181Y registered?

DVC 181Y is a 1983 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 12 May 1983.

Is DVC 181Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVC 181Y shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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