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S682 REC

1998 Mitsubishi 3000

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

137,842 mi
Last recorded137,842 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi 300091,655 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS682 REC
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2023 137,842 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 137,756 miles

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Fail 20 Jun 2022 137,750 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

underside of vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 12 Jul 2021 137,667 miles

car under body has been heavily under sealed and welded in a few places

Fail 12 Jul 2021 137,667 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

car under body has been heavily under sealed and welded in a few places

Pass 19 Feb 2014 136,216 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 136,216 miles

Front Fuel pipe excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Front Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Fuel pipe excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Rear Fuel pipe excessively damaged (7.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 1 Feb 2014 136,030 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 130,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 9 Feb 2013 130,382 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 110,825 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 90,656 miles

rear brake discs corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

slight dampness from n/s/f rack end

Fail 8 Feb 2011 90,654 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear brake discs corroded

rear fuel pipes corroded

slight dampness from n/s/f rack end

Pass 8 Feb 2010 83,947 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 83,298 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

hand brake lever slightly high, it requires adjustment or repairs.

Pass 12 Jun 2008 81,686 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 78,991 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 73,079 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 70,933 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 70,933 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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S682 REC is a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000 in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 91,655 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 S682 REC, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S682 REC registered?

S682 REC is a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 13 November 1998.

Is S682 REC safe to buy?

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