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P783 BTA

1996 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

184,942 mi
Last recorded184,942 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi L300115,884 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP783 BTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2008 184,942 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 184,942 miles

Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2007 183,063 miles

advise body damaged all over

Oil leak

Fail 5 Nov 2007 183,063 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

advise body damaged all over

Pass 26 Oct 2006 180,352 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 180,352 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.6b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Oct 2005 175,410 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front number plate cracked o.k at mot test

panels around van all bent but no sharp edges †at this m.o.t test

rear wiper blade split

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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P783 BTA is a 1996 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 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 P783 BTA, 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 P783 BTA registered?

P783 BTA is a 1996 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 30 November 1996.

Is P783 BTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P783 BTA shows 7 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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