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R671 NGM

1997 Mitsubishi L300

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

121,263 mi
Last recorded121,263 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi L300111,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR671 NGM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 121,263 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2026 121,261 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective temp fuel cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working bulb ok (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 118,795 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 115,887 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 113,241 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 113,236 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 18514c (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 112,178 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security whole underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 109,631 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

underside corrosion to various areas.

Pass 10 Apr 2018 107,393 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas.

Fail 10 Apr 2018 107,393 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 105,117 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vehicle underside corrosion to various areas.

Pass 27 Apr 2016 102,258 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 100,339 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 95,455 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 90,927 miles

rear arches rusty at bottom

Pass 26 Oct 2011 86,998 miles

nearside rear light lense

Pass 25 Oct 2010 83,215 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear light has been repaired with tape

offside washer jet slightly week

only just passed emission

recomend rear brake check noisey and slight uneven

slight runout front brakes

Pass 13 Oct 2009 77,716 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear shackle bushes

Fail 13 Oct 2009 77,716 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear shackle bushes

Pass 29 Oct 2008 72,800 miles

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

rear shakkle bushes

Fail 29 Oct 2008 72,800 miles

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

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

rear shakkle bushes

Pass 25 Oct 2007 66,913 miles

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

advise nearside reverse light lens damaged

advise offside rear side light lens has slight crack but not showing any white light

advise rear number plate

advise slight run out rear brakes

Fail 25 Oct 2007 66,913 miles

advise slight run out rear brakes

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

advise nearside reverse light lens damaged

advise offside rear side light lens has slight crack but not showing any white light

advise rear number plate

Pass 19 Oct 2006 62,152 miles

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

advise rear number plate

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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R671 NGM is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 R671 NGM, 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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R671 NGM is a 1997 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 23 September 1997.

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