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L231 XOU

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

180,682 mi
Last recorded180,682 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2011
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL231 XOU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 2 Dec 2011 180,682 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 175,965 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 166,564 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 154,976 miles

Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

temporary repair to exhaust centre section

Pass 15 Nov 2007 143,015 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 132,826 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 122,177 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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L231 XOU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 L231 XOU, 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 L231 XOU registered?

L231 XOU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is L231 XOU safe to buy?

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