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L487 MJB

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

173,170 mi
Last recorded173,170 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL487 MJB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 173,170 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 162,277 miles

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 13 Oct 2023 155,643 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 145,519 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 137,741 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 132,645 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 126,681 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 118,503 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 118,447 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2014 117,430 miles

surface corrosion present:fuel pipes

Pass 15 Jul 2013 114,866 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2012 109,021 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 109,021 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 102,058 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 102,058 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 1 Jul 2010 94,483 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 85,817 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2009 85,765 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 78,067 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 71,217 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 27 Jun 2006 63,614 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 51,662 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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L487 MJB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 L487 MJB, 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 L487 MJB registered?

L487 MJB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is L487 MJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L487 MJB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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