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J486 XCF

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Gold Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

202,157 mi
Last recorded202,157 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2011
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ486 XCF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2011 202,157 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 196,891 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 179,769 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 179,769 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 155,793 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 136,479 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 136,479 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J486 XCF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Gold with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 J486 XCF, 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 J486 XCF registered?

J486 XCF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 24 May 2005.

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