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J157 BAR

1999 Mitsubishi 3000

Grey Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,256 mi
Last recorded120,256 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2006
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi 300088,239 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ157 BAR
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2006 120,256 miles

Oil leak

rear wheel steering not working, locked in forward position

temporary number plates fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2005 114,814 miles

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

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

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

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)

oil leak

Fail 17 Nov 2005 114,423 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel steering leaking hydraulic fluid (2.2.B.1i)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

bad engine oil and water leaks

both front tyres worn on inner edges

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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J157 BAR is a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000 in Grey with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 88,239 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 J157 BAR, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J157 BAR is a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 22 February 1999.

Is J157 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J157 BAR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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