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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mitsubishi L300. Check any L300 by registration number below.

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79.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.5%

vs Mitsubishi Avg

7

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mitsubishi L300 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mitsubishi L300 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.7%, which is 2.5 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 82.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your L300 on the road.

Before buying a used Mitsubishi L300, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mitsubishi L300 performs at MOT across different model years.

2001

Based on 38 vehicles

65.8%Average
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

21.7%

2000

Based on 56 vehicles

78.6%Good
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

6.9%

Retest Rate

10.3%

1999

Based on 40 vehicles

82.5%Good
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

11.5%

1997

Based on 57 vehicles

84.2%Good
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

10.0%

1996

Based on 50 vehicles

76.0%Good
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

21.6%

1995

Based on 41 vehicles

95.1%Excellent
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

2.9%

0

Based on 224 vehicles

75.4%Good
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Mileage at 5yr

122k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

7.9%

Front Offside

5.3%

Front Nearside Lower

5.3%

Other Mitsubishi Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mitsubishi models.

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88.6% pass rate

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88.5% pass rate

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85.2% pass rate

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92.4% pass rate

Mitsubishi 3000

56.5% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mitsubishi L300

Mitsubishi L300 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mitsubishi L300 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi L300?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi L300 is 79.7% compared to the Mitsubishi average of 82.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi L300?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mitsubishi L300 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 79.7%, the Mitsubishi L300 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mitsubishi L300?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mitsubishi L300?
Typical mileage for the Mitsubishi L300: 121,874 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used L300 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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