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F283 SFR

1988 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,424 mi
Last recorded140,424 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2007
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi L300121,633 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF283 SFR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2007 140,424 miles

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Oct 2007 140,424 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 136,829 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 136,829 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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F283 SFR is a 1988 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 121,633 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F283 SFR, 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 38 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 F283 SFR?

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What year was F283 SFR registered?

F283 SFR is a 1988 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 24 August 1988.

Is F283 SFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F283 SFR shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F283 SFR have outstanding finance?

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