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J873 NJT

1998 Mitsubishi 3000

Silver Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

138,806 mi
Last recorded138,806 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi 300091,655 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ873 NJT
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2014 138,806 miles

n/s/f tyre on limit

exhaust has minor leak

both sills / underside slightly corroded

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2010 136,805 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 136,135 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 136,135 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 136,131 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 134,168 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 126,158 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 126,156 miles

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 May 2005 114,696 miles
Fail 3 May 2005 114,696 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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J873 NJT is a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000 in Silver with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 91,655 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 J873 NJT, 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 28 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 J873 NJT registered?

J873 NJT is a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is J873 NJT safe to buy?

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