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Mitsubishi L300

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,997 cc

S54 BUFMOT history

S54 BUF is a red petrol Mitsubishi L300 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 129,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
129,772 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S54 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
L300
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S54 BUF was last recorded at 129,772 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,175 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,597 miles
Average per year
3,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,772 miles
  • 2025 – 127,175 miles
  • 2024 – 123,877 miles
  • 2023 – 120,480 miles
  • 2022 – 117,295 miles
  • 2021 – 113,685 miles
  • 2020 – 109,920 miles
  • 2019 – 106,576 miles
  • 2018 – 102,235 miles
  • 2017 – 98,881 miles
  • 2016 – 94,326 miles
  • 2015 – 89,787 miles
  • 2014 – 85,716 miles
  • 2013 – 81,033 miles
  • 2012 – 77,110 miles
  • 2011 – 73,216 miles
  • 2010 – 69,415 miles
  • 2009 – 65,739 miles
  • 2008 – 62,001 miles
  • 2007 – 58,908 miles
  • 2006 – 55,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,772 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear ends of front to rear rigid brake pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryBoth o/s and n/s front wheel arches and inner sills have some corrosion

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,772 miles (+2,597)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    129,772 miles
    Test number
    389771262184
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear ends of front to rear rigid brake pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s and n/s front wheel arches and inner sills have some corrosion

  2. Pass127,175 miles (+3,298)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    127,175 miles
    Test number
    681924169273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has extensive corrosion but at the moment isn't in any prescribed areas, however substantial work will soon be required
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass123,877 miles (+3,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    123,877 miles
    Test number
    739784102861
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor pan and inner sills have various areas of corrosion

  4. Pass120,480 miles (+3,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    120,480 miles
    Test number
    976987790774
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of corrosion to floor pan and outer sills

  5. Pass117,295 miles (+3,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,295 miles
    Test number
    712210808038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to sills and floor pan

  6. Pass113,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    113,685 miles
    Test number
    735844752144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront floor pan is corroded on both sides

  7. Fail113,685 miles (+3,765)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,685 miles
    Test number
    940137514907
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront floor pan is corroded on both sides

  8. Pass109,920 miles (+3,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,920 miles
    Test number
    215356393850
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front footwells,o/s and n/s floorpans

  9. Pass106,576 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,576 miles
    Test number
    357945952489
    • AdvisoryO/s/r inner wheel arch has had welding repair and been heavily undersealed

  10. Fail106,576 miles (+4,341)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,576 miles
    Test number
    778548594870
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r inner wheel arch has had welding repair and been heavily undersealed

  11. Pass102,235 miles (+3,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,235 miles
    Test number
    844776391836
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass98,881 miles (+4,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,881 miles
    Test number
    204277444338
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass94,326 miles (+4,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,326 miles
    Test number
    500916159109
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust in very poor condition

  14. Pass89,787 miles (+4,071)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,787 miles
    Test number
    867528985125
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear wheelarches
    • NoteSmall amount of play in o/s/f top swivel
    • NoteThere is ahole caused by corrosion in the o/s sill below drivers seat(not within prescribed area)

  15. Pass85,716 miles (+4,683)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,716 miles
    Test number
    479191194140
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s lower wing,but not within prescribed area
    • NoteCorrosion to rear wheelarches
    • NoteOil pressure lamp on at idle

  16. Pass81,033 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,033 miles
    Test number
    366156703429
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSome corrosion to sills(outer)

  17. Fail81,033 miles (+3,923)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,033 miles
    Test number
    809266503247
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSome corrosion to sills(outer)

  18. Pass77,110 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,110 miles
    Test number
    738140582145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail77,105 miles (+3,889)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,105 miles
    Test number
    609709872118
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteThere is corrosion to o/s/r of vehicle that is very close to failure,there is also corrosion to other areas of chassis

  20. Pass73,216 miles (+3,801)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,216 miles
    Test number
    626939571183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres weaing on inner edge and outer sidewalls perished
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arch has some corrosion

  21. Pass69,415 miles (+3,676)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,415 miles
    Test number
    290042980170
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth sides rear wheel arches have some corrosion
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall is perished

  22. Pass65,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,739 miles
    Test number
    101336779142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,739 miles (+3,738)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,739 miles
    Test number
    774135579149
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass62,001 miles (+3,093)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    62,001 miles
    Test number
    451286578138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,908 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    314733077175
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass58,908 miles (+3,520)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,908 miles
    Test number
    754633577173
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass55,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    55,388 miles
    Test number
    853964776157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S54 BUF

Does S54 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S54 BUF is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S54 BUF?
The MOT on S54 BUF is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S54 BUF done?
S54 BUF was recorded at 129,772 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,709 miles a year.
Has S54 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S54 BUF has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S54 BUF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S54 BUF find?
S54 BUF passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear ends of front to rear rigid brake pipes covered with grease; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 6 more.

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