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DX51 OEK

2001 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

152,105 mi
Last recorded152,105 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Canter88,727 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 OEK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 152,105 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s front headlight has condensation in

Fail 10 Feb 2021 152,080 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s front headlight has condensation in

Pass 22 Nov 2019 152,006 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 145,878 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated excessive travel. (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 130,253 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Play in propshaft centre bearing ()

Pass 13 Dec 2016 116,947 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 116,947 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 102,790 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 88,694 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 88,681 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

o/s rear outer tyre is cracking on the outer wall

Pass 3 Dec 2013 79,727 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 76,133 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 74,382 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 71,910 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 68,252 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 69,244 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 68,209 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 65,945 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 65,838 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Off side rear position lamp has one of two bulbs not working

Pass 21 Nov 2006 63,452 miles

No 2yr check sticker in tacho head.

Nut missing from o/s/r gearbox mounting.

Tacho system not sealed at gearbox.

Pass 9 Dec 2005 58,829 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 58,829 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Leaf spring eye defective (anchor) (2.4.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

handbrake travel nearside mirror marker light out tacho seal broke

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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DX51 OEK is a 2001 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 88,727 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 OEK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 OEK registered?

DX51 OEK is a 2001 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 4 December 2001.

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The MOT history for DX51 OEK shows 22 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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