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F6 HJG

1997 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

43,051 mi
Last recorded43,051 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi 300082,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF6 HJG
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 43,051 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 42,624 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 42,139 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 41,355 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 40,760 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 40,331 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 40,330 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 40,176 miles

vehicle has been standing

Pass 11 Feb 2019 39,989 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 39,834 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 39,250 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 38,378 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 38,032 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 37,928 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 37,257 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2010 36,353 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 35,595 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 34,876 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 34,572 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2005 24,489 miles

o/s/r tyre has cut in outer sidewall. ( not to cords)

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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F6 HJG is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 82,004 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 F6 HJG, 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 29 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 F6 HJG registered?

F6 HJG is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is F6 HJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F6 HJG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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