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S452 XOM

1998 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

175,064 mi
Last recorded175,064 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Canter105,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS452 XOM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2010 175,064 miles

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 19 Apr 2010 175,059 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 170,227 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 170,227 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 147,008 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 134,278 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leak from sump

Fail 12 Sep 2006

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

both wiper blades deteriorated

drop arm ball joint has slight play

engine noil leak from sump

Pass 13 Sep 2005 115,458 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 114,939 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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S452 XOM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 105,696 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 Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S452 XOM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S452 XOM registered?

S452 XOM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S452 XOM safe to buy?

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