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R557 CKV

1997 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

136,275 mi
Last recorded136,275 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L300111,278 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR557 CKV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2009 136,275 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 131,989 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 19 Sep 2008 131,451 miles

Centre Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 115,667 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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R557 CKV is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R557 CKV, 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 R557 CKV?

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What year was R557 CKV registered?

R557 CKV is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R557 CKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R557 CKV shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R557 CKV have outstanding finance?

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