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P427 GMP

1996 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

256,308 mi
Last recorded256,308 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2009
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi L300115,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP427 GMP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2009 256,308 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 27 Oct 2009 256,308 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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 character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 246,959 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2008 246,947 miles

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Nov 2007 234,788 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 220,260 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006

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

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2005 199,676 miles

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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P427 GMP is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P427 GMP, 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 P427 GMP registered?

P427 GMP is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P427 GMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P427 GMP shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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