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T181 SUG

1999 Mitsubishi 3000

Red Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

145,951 mi
Last recorded145,951 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi 300088,239 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT181 SUG
MakeMitsubishi
Model3000
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 145,951 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 144,570 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 143,306 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 141,698 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 140,042 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 139,694 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2013 137,612 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 136,284 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 136,284 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 133,940 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2011 133,929 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 124,312 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 110,974 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 98,723 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2008 98,723 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 98,919 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 88,106 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 88,104 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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T181 SUG is a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000 in Red with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 88,239 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 T181 SUG, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T181 SUG registered?

T181 SUG is a 1999 Mitsubishi 3000, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T181 SUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T181 SUG shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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