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P298 WMJ

2003 Mitsubishi 3000

Silver Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

127,013 mi
Last recorded127,013 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi 3000103,073 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP298 WMJ
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Fail 5 Mar 2019 127,013 miles

Emissions not tested exhaust broken (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235-35-19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2016 125,869 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 125,869 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 121,503 miles

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 8 Jul 2015 121,503 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 118,258 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 118,258 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 113,249 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 110,121 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 104,568 miles

slight play in o/s steering rack

Fail 9 Mar 2011 164,565 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

slight play in o/s steering rack

Pass 19 Jul 2010 101,201 miles

Slight play in n/s/f drop-link.

Slight play in o/s of steering rack.

Fail 12 Jul 2010 101,167 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009 92,445 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 3 Jul 2009 92,442 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 91,233 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 86,563 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 86,559 miles

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

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

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 80,529 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2006 80,487 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 4 May 2005 77,747 miles
Fail 3 May 2005 77,730 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P298 WMJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi 3000 in Silver with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 P298 WMJ, 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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P298 WMJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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