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G196 FBL

1990 Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

137,235 mi
Last recorded137,235 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2011
Typical for 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero169,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG196 FBL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2011 137,235 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 31 May 2011 137,234 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 131,157 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 May 2010 131,157 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2009 127,210 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 127,210 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 118,763 miles

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Sep 2008 118,763 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 106,748 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 84,999 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 78,257 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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G196 FBL is a 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero in Grey with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 169,324 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 G196 FBL, 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 36 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G196 FBL registered?

G196 FBL is a 1990 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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