MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
117,523 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
How Reliable is the Mitsubishi L300?
Based on 33,109 MOT tests across 4,892 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S486 LAJ is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 S486 LAJ, 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
How do I check the history of S486 LAJ?
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What year was S486 LAJ registered?
S486 LAJ is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 30 October 1998.
Is S486 LAJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for S486 LAJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does S486 LAJ have outstanding finance?
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