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J951 NLJ

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

122,678 mi
Last recorded122,678 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ951 NLJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2020 122,678 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

under seal applied to under body

Pass 6 May 2015 119,962 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 116,333 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2013 110,485 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 102,756 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 95,044 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

nearside rear brake disc pitted

offside front tyre outer side wall cut but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 4 Feb 2010 88,050 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2010 88,049 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 86,031 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 78,738 miles

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

engine has a bad oil leak

near side front steering idler has slight play

Pass 9 Sep 2006 72,692 miles

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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J951 NLJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 141,752 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 J951 NLJ, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J951 NLJ registered?

J951 NLJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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