MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
173,539 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L300?
Based on 33,109 MOT tests across 4,892 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R143 YTF is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 R143 YTF, 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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How do I check the history of R143 YTF?
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What year was R143 YTF registered?
R143 YTF is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 3 November 1997.
Is R143 YTF safe to buy?
The MOT history for R143 YTF shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R143 YTF have outstanding finance?
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