MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
194,979 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength X-member in front of rear wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Both ends of rear X-member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both inner wings (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Temporary repair (4.4.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 3 pipes at compensator (1.1.11 (c))
Extensive advanced surface corrosion at wheel arches
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both chassis and both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Advanced surface corrosion both rear inner sills
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit At minimum (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner & outer sill (2.4.A.3)
Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
extensive advanced surface corosion on borth inner and outer sills
How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L300?
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R471 EGX is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.
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 R471 EGX, 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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R471 EGX is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 29 September 1997.
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