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R300 OCH

1997 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,218 mi
Last recorded80,218 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi 300082,004 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR300 OCH
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 80,218 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 80,063 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 79,196 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 75,867 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 63,297 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

most brake discs in poor condition.

Pass 2 May 2013 62,900 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front discs inner surfaces in very poor condition.

Fail 29 Apr 2013 62,868 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front discs inner surfaces in very poor condition.

Pass 26 Apr 2012 53,930 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2012 53,930 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 51,299 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 51,299 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 48,194 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 46,449 miles

Exhaust system in very poor condition

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 45,383 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 2 Sep 2006 45,383 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R300 OCH is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R300 OCH, 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 R300 OCH registered?

R300 OCH is a 1997 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R300 OCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R300 OCH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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