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P798 KWB

1997 Mitsubishi L300

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

75,236 mi
Last recorded75,236 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L300111,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP798 KWB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 75,236 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 73,907 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 72,774 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 71,197 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 71,194 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/14 c (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 67,203 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2021 66,306 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 66,068 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2020 66,061 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 61,098 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2019 61,098 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Feb 2018 60,047 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 6 Feb 2018 60,047 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2017 59,985 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 59,985 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 59,976 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 58,330 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 56,191 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 54,792 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 54,782 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 53,912 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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P798 KWB is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 P798 KWB, 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.

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What year was P798 KWB registered?

P798 KWB is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P798 KWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P798 KWB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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