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L230 AVL

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

200,951 mi
Last recorded200,951 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL230 AVL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 200,951 miles

Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension spring mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2023 200,739 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Feb 2023 200,722 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 197,224 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2019 197,034 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 190,111 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre showing age related cracks

Pass 19 Apr 2017 185,141 miles

Nearside Rear tyre showing age cracks

Pass 27 Apr 2016 102,463 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 172,474 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 164,713 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 156,884 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 151,487 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 148,096 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 148,096 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 May 2010 141,137 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2010 140,999 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2009 133,691 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 118,260 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 112,313 miles

slight play offside and nearside front wheel bearings

Pass 2 May 2006 101,166 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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L230 AVL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 L230 AVL, 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 L230 AVL registered?

L230 AVL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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