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P947 MEV

1997 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,190 mi
Last recorded99,190 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L300111,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP947 MEV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2011 99,190 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 99,189 miles

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

n/s/r lamp unit cracked

Pass 4 Jan 2010 97,269 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

headlamp deflectors fitted -flat beams only

n/s body panel damage

nls/r lamp taped up

rear spring bushes worn

Pass 5 Jan 2009 95,703 miles

n/s/r lamp unit repaired

Pass 27 Dec 2007 93,677 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Dec 2006 92,032 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2006 92,031 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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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P947 MEV 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 71.4%.

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 P947 MEV, 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 P947 MEV registered?

P947 MEV is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 16 January 1997.

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The MOT history for P947 MEV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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