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J890 YEO

2003 Mitsubishi 3000

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

105,226 mi
Last recorded105,226 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi 3000103,073 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ890 YEO
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 105,226 miles

Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 104,934 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security has been undersealed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 104,933 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Lower Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2021 104,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2021 104,149 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2019 102,977 miles

all ridged brake pipes slightly coroded

Pass 10 May 2018 100,134 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 98,465 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 98,425 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 98,425 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 98,424 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2013 96,474 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2013 96,474 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 May 2011 96,103 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 95,890 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 94,270 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 113,812 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 113,810 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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J890 YEO is a 2003 Mitsubishi 3000 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 J890 YEO, 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.

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What year was J890 YEO registered?

J890 YEO is a 2003 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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