CarVerify

Free Car Check

H398 NLJ

2002 Mitsubishi 3000

Silver Petrol 2970cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,627 mi
Last recorded128,627 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi 300094,887 mi

Above 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

RegistrationH398 NLJ
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2018 128,627 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Bulkhead junction box (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2018 128,627 miles

Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Bulkhead junction box (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 17% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2013 124,578 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 121,390 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 23 May 2007 119,176 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 119,176 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 116,252 miles

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

H398 NLJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi 3000 in Silver with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 94,887 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 H398 NLJ, 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 24 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 H398 NLJ?

You can check the full history of H398 NLJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H398 NLJ registered?

H398 NLJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 21 August 2002.

Is H398 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H398 NLJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H398 NLJ 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 H398 NLJ. 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.