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MJI 121

1997 Mitsubishi 3000

Orange Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

328 mi
Last recorded328 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi 300082,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJI 121
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2023 328 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 325 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 207 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 195 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle and on accleration (8.2.1.2 (f))

Nearside front seat belt slow to retract

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 37 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 8 miles

Beam deflectors fitted to headlamps

Cat re-fitted for MoT

Fail 4 Sep 2013 8 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 149,869 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 149,742 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 148,058 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 146,930 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 146,186 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 135,680 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 144,994 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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MJI 121 is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 in Orange with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MJI 121, 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.

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What year was MJI 121 registered?

MJI 121 is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 17 January 1997.

Is MJI 121 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJI 121 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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