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F507 XEL

1989 Mitsubishi L300

Blue Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

160,814 mi
Last recorded160,814 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2009
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi L300117,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF507 XEL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2009 160,814 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear no plate poor condition

Fail 1 Sep 2009 160,814 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

rear no plate poor condition

Pass 21 Aug 2008 158,084 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

wiper blades worn

Fail 18 Aug 2008 158,050 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

wiper blades worn

Pass 28 Aug 2007 154,658 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 154,658 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 150,599 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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F507 XEL is a 1989 Mitsubishi L300 in Blue with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F507 XEL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F507 XEL?

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What year was F507 XEL registered?

F507 XEL is a 1989 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 17 March 1989.

Is F507 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F507 XEL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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