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F289 PPB

1989 Mitsubishi L300

Blue Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

169,716 mi
Last recorded169,716 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi L300117,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF289 PPB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2008 169,716 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.6b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front to rear brake pipes corroded at rear.

Pass 8 Nov 2007 168,919 miles

front bumper very badly corroded & holed

n/s rear lamp ( reverse light section) holed

o/s door step corroded

play in o/s end of rack

Fail 7 Nov 2007 168,915 miles

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

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

front bumper very badly corroded & holed

n/s rear lamp ( reverse light section) holed

o/s door step corroded

play in o/s end of rack

Pass 27 Nov 2006 168,189 miles

front brake pads low

o/s/rear wheel arch badly corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2005 167,250 miles

o/s/r brake plate stained may have leaking cylinder

play in front anti roll n/s end link bushes

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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F289 PPB is a 1989 Mitsubishi L300 in Blue with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 117,816 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 F289 PPB, 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 37 years old, this Mitsubishi L300 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F289 PPB registered?

F289 PPB is a 1989 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 1 March 1989.

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