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J989 NLJ

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

171,545 mi
Last recorded171,545 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ989 NLJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 171,545 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Fail 27 Nov 2013 171,519 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2012 164,925 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

front brake disks slightly scored

idler arm has slight play

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Jul 2011 156,545 miles

wipers split

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres splitting on side wall

Pass 5 Jun 2010 147,302 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 138,606 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

front tyres cracking slightly on sidewalls

Pass 21 Apr 2008 138,409 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 138,394 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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J989 NLJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J989 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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J989 NLJ is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 22 May 2002.

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