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K940 LUA

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

244,165 mi
Last recorded244,165 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK940 LUA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 244,165 miles

both rear body mounting points corroded

general age related corrosion to body chassis and suspension components

general age related wear to suspension components

Fail 20 Oct 2025 244,162 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear chassis within spring mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear body mounting points corroded

general age related corrosion to body chassis and suspension components

general age related wear to suspension components

Pass 2 Nov 2024 240,636 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts at caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front steering idler sight play

body chassis and suspension components age related corrosion

both inner rear wheel arches and rear inner sills corroded but not within any test related points as vehicle has demountable body

Pass 4 Nov 2023 237,000 miles

both rear inner sill and wheel arch corroded but non structural as vehicle built with demountable body

general age related corrosion to body chassis and suspension components

Pass 16 Nov 2022 231,915 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear inner sill corroded

general age related corrosion to body and chassis

Pass 11 Nov 2021 226,834 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 221,833 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 215,333 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front prop shaft (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 210,990 miles

front brake pipes greased

Pass 3 May 2017 205,792 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front upper arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 202,277 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear across axle and to 3 way valve to hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 3 May 2016 202,277 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) check nut on turn buckle loose (2.2.A.1a)

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear across axle and to 3 way valve to hose (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2015 198,355 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 192,815 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2014 192,815 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 186,842 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 May 2013 186,842 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 179,810 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

brake warning light on

offside front bumpstop split

rad cap seal leaking

Pass 4 May 2011 174,878 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 174,878 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

bad engine oil leak-suspect dip stick not fitted correctly

Pass 10 Apr 2010 166,851 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front and rear brake pipes slightly corroded

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 14 Apr 2009 157,484 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 145,123 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 145,123 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 May 2007 132,956 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 126,266 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 126,266 miles

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

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

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

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

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

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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K940 LUA is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 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 K940 LUA, 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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K940 LUA is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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