CarVerify

Free Car Check

FAT 2Y

1994 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

136,608 mi
Last recorded136,608 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1994 Mitsubishi 300095,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAT 2Y
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 136,608 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 136,219 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 135,509 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 133,832 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 130,847 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear ( rear section ) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear ( rear section ) (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes slightly corroded

oil / hydraulic fluid leak rear axle area

Fail 1 Jul 2021 130,846 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear ( rear section ) (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear ( rear section ) (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes slightly corroded

oil / hydraulic fluid leak rear axle area

Pass 13 Jul 2020 127,748 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 125,532 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2017 125,527 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 123,177 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Aug 2011 123,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front and rear discs pitted

Pass 20 Jun 2010 111,860 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 111,860 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 110,612 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 110,612 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 107,583 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi 3000?

Based on 22,742 MOT tests across 2,342 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
1,888
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
2,342
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,151
Steering rack gaiter split 866
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 764
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 730
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 723
Full Mitsubishi 3000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FAT 2Y is a 1994 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1994 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 95,261 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 3000 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAT 2Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi 3000 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FAT 2Y?

You can check the full history of FAT 2Y by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FAT 2Y registered?

FAT 2Y is a 1994 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is FAT 2Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAT 2Y shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FAT 2Y have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FAT 2Y. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.