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N224 HOR

1996 Mitsubishi L300

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,782 mi
Last recorded126,782 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi L300115,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN224 HOR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 126,782 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

exhaust system corroded

n/s/r leaf spring shackle bush worn

n/s/r sliding door damaged

n/s/r wheel arch damaged

o/s/r leaf spring shackle bush worn

slight gearbox oil leak

wiper stalk broken but still functions

Fail 4 Aug 2014 126,221 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r leaf spring rear shackle bush worn

n/s/r wheel arch damaged

o/s/r leaf spring shackle bush worn

rear exhaust section corroded

slight gearbox oil leak

wiper/washer stalk broken but still functions

Pass 4 Aug 2014 126,221 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/r leaf spring rear shackle bush worn

n/s/r wheel arch damaged

o/s/r leaf spring shackle bush worn

rear exhaust section corroded

slight gearbox oil leak

wiper/washer stalk broken but still functions

Pass 12 Aug 2013 124,463 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

front brake pipe corroded

n/s/front tyre wearing on outer edge

n/s/rear wheel arch corroded

o/s/f inner arch corroded

o/s/rear inner arch corroded

rear leaf springs corroded

rear tailgate corroded

wiper stalk broken but still functions

Pass 11 Sep 2012 123,049 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

chip in zone a less than 10mm

chip outside zone a larger than 10mm

corrosion in both n/s/rear and o/s/rear wheel arches

front metal brake pipe corroded

slight play in o/s/front wheel bearing

wiper stalk broken but still functions

Pass 16 Sep 2011 121,427 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wipers switch stalk broken but still able to operate wipers

Fail 14 Sep 2011 121,421 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage which is adjustable, loose in adjustment threads (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wipers switch stalk broken but still able to operate wipers

Pass 12 Aug 2010 117,673 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 113,719 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

wiper switch end broken

Pass 9 Aug 2008 108,133 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 104,375 miles

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

note. 185/80/14 tyres on front axle.185/75/14 on rear.

Pass 9 Aug 2006 100,892 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 100,892 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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N224 HOR is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300 in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 115,884 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N224 HOR, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi L300 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N224 HOR registered?

N224 HOR is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 5 July 1996.

Is N224 HOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N224 HOR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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