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CU53 OFP

2004 Mitsubishi Pajero

Green Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

166,278 mi
Last recorded166,278 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero136,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 OFP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2015 166,278 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 146,666 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

underside appears corroded

Pass 18 Mar 2013 144,105 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 143,176 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 143,152 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2010 137,082 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 129,192 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 129,192 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Pass 21 Jul 2006 118,408 miles

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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CU53 OFP is a 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero in Green with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 136,243 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 CU53 OFP, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CU53 OFP registered?

CU53 OFP is a 2004 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is CU53 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 OFP shows 9 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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