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CAZ 2203

1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,698 mi
Last recorded163,698 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero123,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAZ 2203
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2015 163,698 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 158,284 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 152,082 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 152,006 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2012 144,885 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 137,074 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 129,560 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 122,170 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 114,935 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 99,726 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 99,726 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres perished sidewalls

Fail 11 Oct 2007 99,681 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres perished sidewalls

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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CAZ 2203 is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 123,665 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 CAZ 2203, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CAZ 2203 registered?

CAZ 2203 is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is CAZ 2203 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAZ 2203 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CAZ 2203 have outstanding finance?

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