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P238 XRH

1996 Mitsubishi Legnum

Purple Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

108,572 mi
Last recorded108,572 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Legnum100,412 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 XRH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLegnum
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2015 108,572 miles

parking brake only just reached required effort of 16% indicating that system should be checked and or repaired as required.

Fail 29 Jun 2015 108,556 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 105,063 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 105,063 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 99,363 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 99,363 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 89,232 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 81,944 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 81,938 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 74,618 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 74,049 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 70,923 miles

nearside front tyre worn badly on inner edge/offside rear tyre heavily perished

Fail 18 Dec 2008 70,921 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

nearside front tyre worn badly on inner edge/offside rear tyre heavily perished

Pass 21 Nov 2007 65,944 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Legnum?

Based on 3,624 MOT tests across 365 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
4,415
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 157
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 150
Steering rack gaiter split 139
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 134
position lamp(s) not working 114
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P238 XRH is a 1996 Mitsubishi Legnum in Purple with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Legnum models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 100,412 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 Legnum fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P238 XRH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Legnum typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Legnum is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P238 XRH registered?

P238 XRH is a 1996 Mitsubishi Legnum, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P238 XRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P238 XRH shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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