DVLA verified

MOT valid

Tax valid

1998 MITSUBISHI L2002.5L Diesel

R473 CDV

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 1998 MITSUBISHI L200? It's a Diesel with a 2477cc engine showing 109,792 miles. MOT is valid and it's taxed for the road. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Valid

Expires 29/09/2026

Tax

Taxed

Expires 01/10/2026

£8.99

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Mileage: 109,792
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1998
Engine: 2477cc

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Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT

✓ Taxed

✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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Stolen

Locked

Finance

Locked

Write-off

Locked

Salvage

Locked

Imported

Locked

Exported

Locked

Scrapped

Locked

Destruction

Locked

V5C Logbook

Locked

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 14:07

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mitsubishi L200 (R473 CDV) from 1998 show a total of 5 MOT tests between May 2022 and October 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 9 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”.

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FAIL

ADVISORY

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Buying Score

42/100

Risk Level

High

Est. Annual Cost

£1,200-£1,600

Mileage

The mileage of 109,792 is significantly ...

Our Verdict

Proceed with extreme caution. While the mileage is relatively low for the age, the history of severe structural corrosion and recurring mechanical neglect makes this a high-risk purchase for the average buyer.

The primary focus for this vehicle must be a thorough inspection of the chassis. The MOT history shows multiple 'MAJOR' failures for corrosion that significantly reduced structural strength on the crossmembers and rear mounting areas. If the rust has progressed beyond what was repaired, the cost of restoration may exceed the vehicle's value.

Check the suspension thoroughly; the history notes recurring issues with the steering box, steering idler, and ball joints. Ensure there is a service history record to support the 2.5L diesel engine, as these engines are robust but require regular maintenance. Negotiate based on the advisory for front oil leaks and the structural corrosion noted in the most recent MOT.

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