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F148 OVU

1998 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

196,751 mi
Last recorded196,751 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2007
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero156,407 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF148 OVU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2007 196,751 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Feb 2007 196,751 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2006 190,971 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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F148 OVU is a 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F148 OVU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F148 OVU?

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What year was F148 OVU registered?

F148 OVU is a 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is F148 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F148 OVU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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