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J351 CAO

1991 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,694 mi
Last recorded146,694 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2026
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi 300094,738 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ351 CAO
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Aug 2026 146,694 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 145,884 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 143,318 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 1,446,017 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 143,981 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 136,669 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 114,813 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2006 114,813 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
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J351 CAO is a 1991 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 94,738 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 J351 CAO, 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 35 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of J351 CAO?

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What year was J351 CAO registered?

J351 CAO is a 1991 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J351 CAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J351 CAO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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