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J424 LEJ

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

202,320 mi
Last recorded202,320 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ424 LEJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2021 202,320 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis covered in underseal all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 198,212 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 192,284 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 185,454 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 14 Feb 2018 185,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 178,756 miles

Oil leak ()

under body corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2016 172,480 miles

Engine oil leak

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

Middle exhaust has a slight blow

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

Under body corrosion

Under trays fitted

Pass 13 Feb 2015 167,320 miles

advise fuel pipes slight corrosion

advise rear brake pipes slight corrosion

advise underbody corrosion

Fail 13 Feb 2015 167,320 miles

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

advise fuel pipes slight corrosion

advise rear brake pipes slight corrosion

advise underbody corrosion

Pass 4 Feb 2014 164,563 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Oil leak

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise general underbody corrosion

Pass 18 Feb 2013 161,078 miles

Oil leak

advise nsf tyre wearing on outer edge

advise under body corrosion

Pass 17 Feb 2012 157,534 miles

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 157,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 153,596 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Feb 2010 149,694 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2009 144,650 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 140,514 miles

Oil leak

slight play in steering

Pass 9 Feb 2007 135,526 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2006 129,410 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

oil leak

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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J424 LEJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Grey with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 131,215 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 J424 LEJ, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J424 LEJ registered?

J424 LEJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is J424 LEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J424 LEJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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