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S898 VGV

1998 Mitsubishi 3000

Black Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

111,255 mi
Last recorded111,255 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi 300091,655 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS898 VGV
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2012 111,255 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 103,161 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 103,161 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 90,693 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2009 79,461 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 79,461 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2008 79,295 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 79,295 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 78,218 miles

O/S NUMBER PLATE LAMP REDUCED BRIGHTNESS (BULB MAY BE CLOSE TO FAILURE). †THE CENTRE BRAKE LAMP IS DIMMER THAN THE OUTTER PAIR.

Pass 10 Nov 2005 72,497 miles

nail in tyre

temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2005 72,496 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

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

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

High level brake light not working

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

Play in front anti roll bar bushes

Rear registration plate deteriorated

nail in tyre

temporary fuel cap fitted

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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S898 VGV is a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000 in Black with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 S898 VGV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S898 VGV registered?

S898 VGV is a 1998 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 21 October 1998.

Is S898 VGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S898 VGV shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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