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J879 HMV

1999 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

95,687 mi
Last recorded95,687 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi 300088,239 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ879 HMV
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 95,687 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 94,872 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 May 2017 94,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 92,301 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise n/s/f tyre side walls cracking

Pass 27 Mar 2015 88,682 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 88,682 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 85,914 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 82,547 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 80,959 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 80,877 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 80,382 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 77,000 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 74,974 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 72,376 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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J879 HMV is a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 J879 HMV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J879 HMV registered?

J879 HMV is a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 7 January 1999.

Is J879 HMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J879 HMV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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