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R12 RCC

1997 Mitsubishi L300

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

172,655 mi
Last recorded172,655 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L300111,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR12 RCC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2010 172,655 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 9 Nov 2009 163,978 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 163,978 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 154,082 miles

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

N/S/R TYRE WORN.

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 154,082 miles

N/S/R TYRE WORN.

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 143,853 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 143,853 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 133,387 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2006 133,387 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 121,197 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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R12 RCC is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 R12 RCC, 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 R12 RCC registered?

R12 RCC is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R12 RCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R12 RCC shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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