Mitsubishi L300

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 4 model years from 155 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests

155

Model Years

1995 to 2000

Years Covered

About the Mitsubishi L300

The Mitsubishi L300 was MOT tested 155 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 4 model years (1995 to 2000), with an average pass rate of 90%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol and diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (1995) averages 112,657 miles, while the newest (2000) averages 116,011 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Mitsubishi brand average of 80%, the L300 performs 10 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Mitsubishi range.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1997cc)

£1,631

Road Tax

£375

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£200

Total per year£2,261

Per month£188/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2000 details

How reliable is the Mitsubishi L300?

vs average of all models+8% (82% avg)

vs Mitsubishi brand average+10% (80% avg)

Mitsubishi L300 by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2000	91%	32	116,011 mi
1997	91%	44	135,327 mi
1996	82%	45	142,024 mi
1995	94%	34	112,657 mi

Questions about the Mitsubishi L300

Is the Mitsubishi L300 reliable?

Across its 4 model years in our data (1995 to 2000), the Mitsubishi L300 averages a 90% MOT pass rate, from 155 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 8 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.