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HJ02 HWR

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

204,439 mi
Last recorded204,439 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 HWR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 204,439 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 204,328 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 May 2015 200,757 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2015 200,754 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 May 2014 193,051 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 180,711 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 180,711 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 171,600 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Dec 2011 165,468 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 6 May 2011 165,431 miles

Both front inner wings slightly corroded

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010
Fail 21 Jul 2010 153,442 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 144,358 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jul 2009 144,358 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 134,734 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 126,183 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 120,055 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 119,625 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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HJ02 HWR is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 HJ02 HWR, 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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HJ02 HWR is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 13 May 2002.

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