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L721 UTU

2005 Mitsubishi Delcia

Black Diesel 2247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

179,833 mi
Last recorded179,833 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Delcia132,502 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL721 UTU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelDelcia
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,247cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2015 179,833 miles

corrosion o/s/f inner sill

front bump stops missing

front reg plate

handbrake requires attention

o/s/f seat base requires attention

unable to fully assess welding

under tray fitted

wiper blades

Fail 10 Nov 2015 179,826 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

corrosion o/s/f inner sill

front bump stops missing

front reg plate

handbrake requires attention

o/s/f seat base requires attention

under tray fitted

wiper blades

Pass 11 Nov 2014 170,173 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Nov 2014 170,173 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b) DANGEROUS

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Oct 2013 158,764 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 146,849 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 146,849 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 136,984 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 127,885 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 127,869 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 111,563 miles

Oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2009 111,563 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 103,498 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Delcia?

Based on 1,489 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

64.3%
Pass Rate
5,684
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 84
fog lamp not working 82
Steering rack gaiter split 72
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 72
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 69
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L721 UTU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Delcia in Black with a 2,247cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Delcia models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 132,502 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 Delcia fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L721 UTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Delcia typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Delcia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L721 UTU registered?

L721 UTU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Delcia, first registered on 12 September 2005.

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