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F597 RVL

1998 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

227,930 mi
Last recorded227,930 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero156,407 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF597 RVL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2008 227,930 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 227,872 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 193,404 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 170,037 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 170,037 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 17 May 2005 163,794 miles
Fail 14 May 2005 163,794 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F597 RVL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F597 RVL, 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 F597 RVL registered?

F597 RVL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 17 September 1998.

Is F597 RVL safe to buy?

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