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J496 KHW

1999 Mitsubishi Pejero

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

185,251 mi
Last recorded185,251 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2008
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Pejero148,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ496 KHW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPejero
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2008 185,251 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 185,251 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2007 177,417 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 10 Dec 2007 177,399 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brake servo insecurely mounted (3.6.A.2a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 160,153 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 160,153 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pejero?

Based on 2,873 MOT tests across 254 vehicles.

70.7%
Pass Rate
5,987
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 237
fog lamp not working 118
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 91
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 73
Registration plate lamp not working 70
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J496 KHW is a 1999 Mitsubishi Pejero in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Pejero models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 148,214 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 Pejero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 237 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J496 KHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pejero typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Pejero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J496 KHW registered?

J496 KHW is a 1999 Mitsubishi Pejero, first registered on 23 July 1999.

Is J496 KHW safe to buy?

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