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L697 XLP

2003 Mitsubishi Chariot

Green Diesel 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,438 mi
Last recorded134,438 miles
Recorded on20 May 2009
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot123,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL697 XLP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChariot
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2009 134,438 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 134,428 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 93,176 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 125,069 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

handbrake lever slight travel

offside front headlamp slightly condensed

slight noise from rear brakes

Pass 19 Jan 2006 93,176 miles

temporary fuel cap fitted

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Chariot?

Based on 6,170 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
6,745
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Steering rack gaiter split 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 284
fog lamp not working 281
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 267
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L697 XLP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot in Green with a 1,975cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 123,876 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 Chariot fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L697 XLP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Chariot typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Chariot is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L697 XLP registered?

L697 XLP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot, first registered on 1 January 2003.

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