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F703 SPB

1989 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

187,656 mi
Last recorded187,656 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2005
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi L300117,816 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF703 SPB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2005 187,656 miles

emits smoke from exhaust when cold

Fail 18 Oct 2005 187,653 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F703 SPB is a 1989 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F703 SPB, 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 F703 SPB?

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What year was F703 SPB registered?

F703 SPB is a 1989 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 18 May 1989.

Is F703 SPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F703 SPB shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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