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H853 HOD

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Black Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

186,038 mi
Last recorded186,038 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH853 HOD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2021 186,038 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Clamp loose (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 185,510 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 184,582 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 84,154 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 183,445 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 182,050 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anto roll bar bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill slight rust (5.2.6)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 180,816 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 179,975 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 176,754 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 174,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 174,191 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 168,062 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 160,999 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 154,880 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 148,862 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 140,103 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 135,461 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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H853 HOD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Black with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 141,752 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 H853 HOD, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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H853 HOD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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