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L205 RKU

2006 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2021
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

54,783 mi
Last recorded54,783 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero125,892 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL205 RKU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 54,783 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2020 54,782 miles

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Steering locking device ineffective split pin missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering locking device ineffective upper and lower ball joint split pins missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 54,748 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

front tyres cracking in tread

Fail 23 Aug 2019 54,748 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

both rear tyres slightly out of shape on inner edges

front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 16 Aug 2018 54,529 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2018 54,517 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At joint (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Flex to calliper (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 27 Dec 2017 54,505 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play ALL 3 TRACK ROD END BALL JOINTS (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play ALL 3 TRACK ROD END BALL JOINTS (2.2.B.1f)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 53,840 miles

Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint both (2.5.B.1a)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

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

both rear tyres slight cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2015 53,749 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play IDLER ARMS (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2015 53,748 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded FRONT TO REAR (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Steering pivot point has slight play IDLER ARMS (2.2.B.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2014 53,567 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2014 53,540 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 53,074 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 52,829 miles

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 9 Dec 2011 50,579 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 48,329 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2011 48,329 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 46,211 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 40,738 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 35,976 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 51,870 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 51,870 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

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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L205 RKU is a 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 125,892 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 L205 RKU, 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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L205 RKU is a 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 December 2006.

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