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FIL 8535

2003 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

118,736 mi
Last recorded118,736 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi 3000103,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFIL 8535
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2013 118,736 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 118,736 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Jul 2009 11,836 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 11,836 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2008 115,627 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 109,809 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 109,809 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 103,018 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
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FIL 8535 is a 2003 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 103,073 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 FIL 8535, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FIL 8535 registered?

FIL 8535 is a 2003 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is FIL 8535 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FIL 8535 shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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