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S842 RWA

1998 Mitsubishi L300

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

205,099 mi
Last recorded205,099 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi L300106,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS842 RWA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelL300
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 205,099 miles

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

all under car surfac corrosion

Fail 1 Nov 2023 205,095 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (d) (i))

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) not working both side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all under car surfac corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2022 199,232 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 199,127 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 193,229 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 192,992 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 187,099 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 179,875 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 179,863 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch in the cab near drivers seat (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength step (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 176,275 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 176,234 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced full sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill behind side load door (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step behind wheel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced full sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member behind bumper (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering above axle (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 170,518 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 165,603 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 159,637 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 152,768 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 146,459 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 146,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 137,859 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 137,859 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 129,711 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 119,609 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 119,609 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2009 110,458 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 106,637 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 116,632 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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S842 RWA is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300 in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 S842 RWA, 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.

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S842 RWA is a 1998 Mitsubishi L300, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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