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P294 UYG

1997 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

216,533 mi
Last recorded216,533 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2009
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L300111,278 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP294 UYG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2009 216,533 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

brake pipe over rear axle, slightly corroded

slight play in n/s rack inner end

Fail 9 Feb 2009 216,530 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

brake pipe over rear axle, slightly corroded

slight play in n/s rack inner end

Fail 4 Feb 2009 216,506 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 215,675 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 7 Feb 2008 215,675 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 213,239 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2006 201,821 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Nearside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

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

front number plate cracked

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
Full Mitsubishi L300 reliability report

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P294 UYG is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 111,278 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 L300 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 2,162 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P294 UYG, 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 29 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 P294 UYG registered?

P294 UYG is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 10 March 1997.

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