MITSUBISHI 3000 (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 49 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
51%
Total Tests (2024)
49
Avg Mileage
103,646 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 31 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MITSUBISHI brand average of 80%.
At 23 years old, 51% of MITSUBISHI 3000s from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 49 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 103,646 miles.
How does the 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000 has 103,646 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a MITSUBISHI 3000?
The most reliable year is the 1999 model with a 83% MOT pass rate, while the 1998 model has the lowest at 64%. The 2001 sits between the two at 51%.
How much does a 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000 cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MITSUBISHI 3000 by Year
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About the 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000
The 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000 is a large car with a 2972cc petrol engine. 49 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 103,646 miles at 23 years old, MITSUBISHI 3000 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2001 MITSUBISHI 3000 Fuel Costs
The 2972cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 51% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MITSUBISHI 3000 Reliability Trend
Newer MITSUBISHI 3000s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000
At 23 years old, the MITSUBISHI 3000 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1999 model has the highest pass rate at 83%. Note: with only 49 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 MITSUBISHI 3000
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW 3 SERIES (2001) 77% pass rate (+26%) from 9,406 tests
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+27%) from 8,191 tests
- BMW Z4 (2003) 79% pass rate (+28%) from 5,310 tests
- PORSCHE BOXSTER (2003) 82% pass rate (+31%) from 5,008 tests