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J493 WFL

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Gold Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

188,066 mi
Last recorded188,066 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ493 WFL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2012 188,066 miles

Both front 265-70-15 tyres on 2mm

Engine batteries weak.

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 14 Aug 2012 188,033 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Both front 265-70-15 tyres on 2mm

Engine batteries weak.

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 169,995 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 147,764 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 147,746 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 129,515 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2006 100,004 miles

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 100,004 miles

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

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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J493 WFL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Gold with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 J493 WFL, 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 J493 WFL registered?

J493 WFL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 18 August 2005.

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