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P129 XWV

1997 Mitsubishi 3000

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,094 mi
Last recorded99,094 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi 300082,004 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP129 XWV
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 99,094 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective rubber hanger not connected (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 98,041 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2024 98,030 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 93,029 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 90,570 miles

Floor slightly weakened

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Underbody heavily coated

Fail 10 Aug 2020 90,568 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Floor slightly weakened

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Both (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Underbody heavily coated

Pass 2 Jun 2007 72,549 miles

front brake pads low

high level stop light not working but does not appear to be wired

rear wheel steering inoperative

Pass 4 Jul 2006 71,706 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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P129 XWV is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P129 XWV, 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 P129 XWV registered?

P129 XWV is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P129 XWV safe to buy?

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