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K385 MGW

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Gold Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2010
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

145,213 mi
Last recorded145,213 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK385 MGW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 145,213 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 135,804 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 135,804 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 123,459 miles

Exhaust slightly leaking at center pipe

Fail 6 Jun 2007 123,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Exhaust slightly leaking at center pipe

Pass 13 Jun 2006 108,515 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2005 96,957 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2005 96,957 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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K385 MGW is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Gold with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 K385 MGW, 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 K385 MGW registered?

K385 MGW is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 11 November 2002.

Is K385 MGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K385 MGW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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