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J197 HMY

2002 Mitsubishi Pajaro

Gold Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,655 mi
Last recorded127,655 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2011
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajaro149,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ197 HMY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajaro
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2011 127,655 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 123,540 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 118,779 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 113,674 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 108,919 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pajaro?

Based on 2,842 MOT tests across 255 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
6,275
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
255
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
fog lamp not working 113
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 80
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 80
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J197 HMY is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajaro in Gold with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Pajaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 149,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Pajaro fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J197 HMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pajaro typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J197 HMY registered?

J197 HMY is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajaro, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is J197 HMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for J197 HMY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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