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L418 SWR

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

243,347 mi
Last recorded243,347 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL418 SWR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 243,347 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 234,432 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2013 233,231 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 229,119 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 229,119 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Nov 2010 227,193 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 227,126 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 223,011 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 223,011 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 218,711 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 217,987 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 215,901 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 204,140 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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L418 SWR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L418 SWR, 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 L418 SWR registered?

L418 SWR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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The MOT history for L418 SWR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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