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P161 DCF

1996 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

60,697 mi
Last recorded60,697 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi L300115,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP161 DCF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2011 60,697 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2010 56,764 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 55,029 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 53,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 5 Dec 2008 53,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 50,630 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2007 50,630 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 6 Dec 2006 47,243 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2005 43,519 miles

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

vehicle fully loaded and found front suspentionon bump stops

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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P161 DCF is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P161 DCF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P161 DCF registered?

P161 DCF is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 24 December 1996.

Is P161 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P161 DCF shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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