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P475 DTV

1996 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

56,051 mi
Last recorded56,051 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi L300115,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP475 DTV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 56,051 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2026 56,051 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 55,603 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 54,853 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 53,708 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 53,441 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 53,117 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 53,117 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 52,935 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 52,691 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 52,453 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 81,995 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 51,359 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 51,254 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 51,141 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 50,060 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 50,060 miles

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

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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P475 DTV is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P475 DTV, 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 P475 DTV registered?

P475 DTV is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 9 October 1996.

Is P475 DTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P475 DTV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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