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R819 YBW

1998 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

89,422 mi
Last recorded89,422 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi L300106,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR819 YBW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2024 89,422 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 88,124 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2021 86,248 miles

general age related corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 17 Jan 2020 86,694 miles

general corrosion to non structural areas of under side of vehicle

Pass 30 Jan 2019 85,211 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 85,196 miles

Front Floor excessively deteriorated both sides (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 84,721 miles

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

both sides front floor corroded

Pass 31 Jan 2017 84,075 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 84,027 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inside door (5.2.6)

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

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both sides out riggers by front mount (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 83,328 miles

advise corrosion nr both sides rear leaf spring front hangers

Pass 29 Jan 2015 82,404 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 81,520 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 80,073 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 79,028 miles

corrosion to both sides rear inner wheel arches

Pass 19 Jan 2011 77,513 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 77,513 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2010 76,188 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 75,010 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 73,455 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 73,447 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 71,373 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2006 69,131 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 69,131 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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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R819 YBW is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi L300 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 106,034 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 R819 YBW, 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 28 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 R819 YBW registered?

R819 YBW is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is R819 YBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R819 YBW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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