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A7 ARJ

1998 Mitsubishi Pajero

White Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

262,540 mi
Last recorded262,540 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2006
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero156,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 ARJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2006 262,540 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 262,540 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

All metal brake pipes at rear corroding.

Metal fuel pipes corroded.

Various suspension bushes perishing.

Fail 17 Jun 2005 260,059 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pajero?

Based on 288,943 MOT tests across 28,100 vehicles.

69.9%
Pass Rate
6,246
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
28,100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,759
fog lamp not working 13,068
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 10,055
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,257
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 8,257
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A7 ARJ is a 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero in White with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 156,407 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 Pajero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 21,759 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 ARJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pajero typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A7 ARJ registered?

A7 ARJ is a 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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