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P262 FBU

1996 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

114,959 mi
Last recorded114,959 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi 300094,868 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP262 FBU
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 114,959 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 114,045 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 113,510 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both floors/undersills slightly corroded

Pass 9 May 2016 112,306 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 110,523 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 109,500 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 15 Oct 2012 104,850 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 104,849 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 104,696 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2011 104,696 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 101,834 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 101,830 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 92,920 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 84,270 miles

front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion

fuel pipe.front to rear slight corrosion

near side rear chassis slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2007 76,232 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 66,152 miles
Fail 15 May 2006 65,463 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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P262 FBU is a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P262 FBU, 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

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What year was P262 FBU registered?

P262 FBU is a 1996 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P262 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P262 FBU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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