CarVerify

Free Car Check

N378 HLW

1996 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

46,692 mi
Last recorded46,692 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2020
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi 300094,868 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN378 HLW
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2020 46,692 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking side walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 46,692 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 46,691 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 46,691 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 86,552 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 46,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both side (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 46,667 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 46,546 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 45,686 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 45,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 45,207 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 44,693 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 44,001 miles

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 44,001 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 41,548 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

advise o/s and n/s front tyre wsorn on inside edges.

Pass 7 Jun 2006 40,982 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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
Full Mitsubishi 3000 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N378 HLW is a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 94,868 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 N378 HLW, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N378 HLW?

You can check the full history of N378 HLW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N378 HLW registered?

N378 HLW is a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N378 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N378 HLW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N378 HLW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N378 HLW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.