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L509 SGU

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Petrol 2970cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

229,210 mi
Last recorded229,210 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2010
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL509 SGU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,970cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2010 229,210 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Oct 2009 217,530 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

engine smokey

free play in steering box and joints

Pass 28 Oct 2009 217,530 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

engine smokey

free play in steering box and joints

Fail 30 Oct 2008 207,976 miles

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

Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 30 Oct 2008 207,976 miles

Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 17 Oct 2007 198,580 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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L509 SGU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,970cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L509 SGU, 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 L509 SGU registered?

L509 SGU is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 19 November 2002.

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