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G482 VHW

1989 Mitsubishi L200

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

117,098 mi
Last recorded117,098 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2009
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi L200131,474 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG482 VHW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL200
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2009 117,098 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 116,798 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 116,758 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension retaining device ineffective (2.5.A.4) DANGEROUS

nearside/offside bumpbar supports corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2007 113,785 miles

side bars corroded

Pass 25 Jan 2007 111,630 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 111,630 miles

Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 110,076 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2006 110,076 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L200?

Based on 1,362,678 MOT tests across 122,130 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
7,398
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
122,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 34,324
position lamp(s) not working 20,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,949
Leaf spring fractured 19,317
Registration plate lamp not working 17,273
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G482 VHW is a 1989 Mitsubishi L200 in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi L200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 131,474 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 L200 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 34,324 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G482 VHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi L200 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 37 years old, this Mitsubishi L200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G482 VHW registered?

G482 VHW is a 1989 Mitsubishi L200, first registered on 1 December 1989.

Is G482 VHW safe to buy?

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