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L212 ORS

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Green Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

280,475 mi
Last recorded280,475 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2013
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL212 ORS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2013 280,475 miles

All tyre feathered on edges

Fail 28 Nov 2013 280,474 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

All Tyres feathered on edges

Pass 21 Dec 2012 255,625 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2012 255,625 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2011 224,129 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 217,437 miles

nearside inner driveshaft gaiter torn

Fail 15 Dec 2010 217,417 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

nearside inner driveshaft gaiter torn

Pass 15 Dec 2009 195,195 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 171,804 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 151,821 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 131,798 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 112,735 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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L212 ORS is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Green with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L212 ORS, 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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What year was L212 ORS registered?

L212 ORS is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 13 January 2005.

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The MOT history for L212 ORS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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