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E971 SFX

2001 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

248,371 mi
Last recorded248,371 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2015
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero148,614 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE971 SFX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2015 248,371 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 243,189 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 241,645 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 239,973 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 234,990 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 234,990 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 228,620 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 221,773 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 221,773 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 214,361 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 206,384 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 206,384 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 199,234 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2006 199,234 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 181,496 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 181,496 miles

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Torsion bar attachment bracket loose (2.4.E.4a)

cracks in all tyre walls

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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E971 SFX is a 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 148,614 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 E971 SFX, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E971 SFX registered?

E971 SFX is a 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is E971 SFX safe to buy?

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