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Mitsubishi 3000

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,972 cc

S8 GTOMOT history

S8 GTO is a blue petrol Mitsubishi 3000 first used on 8 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Mar 2023
Mileage
110,523 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 GTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
3000
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,972 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S8 GTO was last recorded at 110,523 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,512 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
2,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,523 miles
  • 2022 – 110,512 miles
  • 2021 – 110,402 miles
  • 2020 – 110,326 miles
  • 2019 – 110,086 miles
  • 2018 – 109,954 miles
  • 2017 – 109,399 miles
  • 2016 – 108,179 miles
  • 2015 – 106,325 miles
  • 2014 – 106,194 miles
  • 2013 – 103,295 miles
  • 2012 – 99,461 miles
  • 2011 – 86,368 miles
  • 2010 – 85,148 miles
  • 2009 – 83,504 miles
  • 2008 – 79,931 miles
  • 2007 – 72,368 miles
  • 2006 – 65,450 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,523 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,523 miles (+11)2 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,523 miles
    Test number
    701655810995
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,512 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    110,512 miles
    Test number
    963042025647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass110,402 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,402 miles
    Test number
    269199082460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,326 miles (+240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,326 miles
    Test number
    896515171924
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass110,086 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    110,086 miles
    Test number
    420500196841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,079 miles (+125)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,079 miles
    Test number
    862359327973
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,954 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,954 miles
    Test number
    868788479157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass109,399 miles (+1,220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    109,399 miles
    Test number
    110575174007
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers have small splits in them
    • AdvisoryRear brake & fuel pipes getting corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to delaminate

  9. Pass108,179 miles (+1,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,179 miles
    Test number
    264412496428
    • AdvisoryThere is is a hole in floor O/S/F

  10. Pass106,325 miles (+131)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    106,325 miles
    Test number
    557403515098
    • NoteBraded front to rear fuel hose fitted in replacement for metal one. MAY abbrade with suspension / sub-frames in certain conditions.
    • NoteFront to rear metal brake pipes look quite corroded (under clip at rear).
    • NoteThe high level stop lamp is inoperative, presumed disconnected.
    • NoteThere is a hole in the driver's floor and other areas of the front and rear floor are quite corroded.

  11. Fail106,194 miles (+2,899)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,194 miles
    Test number
    679131924329
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • NoteBoth drive belts starting to crack
    • NoteCorrosion & hole O/S/F floor area
    • NoteCorrosion in O/S/R & N/S/R & N/S/F floor area
    • NoteHi levelstop lamp thought to be disconnected

  12. Pass103,295 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,295 miles
    Test number
    878507023336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,292 miles (+34)2 dangerous9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,292 miles
    Test number
    266898813373
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail103,258 miles (+3,797)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,258 miles
    Test number
    508072913319
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc inner faces in poor condition
    • NoteFront brake pads quite low
    • NoteHigh level stop light thought to be disconnected
    • NoteN/S & O/S inner sills corroding

  15. Pass99,461 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    99,461 miles
    Test number
    989544412398
    • NoteHigh level stop light thought to be disconnected

  16. Fail99,446 miles (+13,078)6 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,446 miles
    Test number
    496200602300
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Note(x3) Fuel pipes on offside rear, slightly corroded

  17. Pass86,368 miles (+14)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    786072911368
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn (bald) on inner edge
    • NoteUndertrims fitted not allowing a full inspection

  18. Fail86,354 miles (+1,206)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    475671401405
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn (bald) on inner edge
    • NoteUndertrims fitted not allowing a full inspection

  19. Pass85,148 miles (+1,644)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    85,148 miles
    Test number
    764441000374
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass83,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    83,504 miles
    Test number
    461438679240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,504 miles (+3,573)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,504 miles
    Test number
    781264479215
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass79,931 miles (+7,563)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    79,931 miles
    Test number
    664028068224
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass72,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,368 miles
    Test number
    384794757233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail72,368 miles (+6,918)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,368 miles
    Test number
    681344157207
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass65,450 miles (+167)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    65,450 miles
    Test number
    783315546215
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Fail65,283 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,283 miles
    Test number
    191876736219
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about S8 GTO

Does S8 GTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 GTO expired on 13 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 GTO?
The MOT on S8 GTO expired on 13 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 GTO done?
S8 GTO was recorded at 110,523 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 2,733 miles a year.
Has S8 GTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 GTO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 GTO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S8 GTO find?
S8 GTO failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 9 more.

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