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SBZ 1016

2005 Mitsubishi 3000

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

122,401 mi
Last recorded122,401 miles
Recorded on28 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi 3000100,982 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBZ 1016
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2015 122,401 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2014 115,656 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 115,624 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel steering leaking hydraulic fluid (2.2.B.1i)

Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front bumper insecure

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

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

rear steer trackrod boot damaged slightly

Pass 27 Oct 2011 115,162 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 115,162 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 113,141 miles

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2009 107,552 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

Pass 27 Aug 2008 106,761 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2007 104,562 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 104,264 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

n/s/f inner cv boot split

srs light on

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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SBZ 1016 is a 2005 Mitsubishi 3000 in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 100,982 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 SBZ 1016, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SBZ 1016?

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What year was SBZ 1016 registered?

SBZ 1016 is a 2005 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 9 February 2005.

Is SBZ 1016 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBZ 1016 shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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