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L510 LUX

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Green Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

72,474 mi
Last recorded72,474 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL510 LUX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 72,474 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to caliper (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle underside including brake pipes coated with underseal

Pass 27 Jan 2025 71,464 miles

vehicle underside including brake pipes coated with underseal

Fail 23 Jan 2025 71,464 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

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

vehicle underside including brake pipes coated with underseal

Pass 28 Feb 2024 71,464 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 71,464 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Fail 8 Feb 2023 71,464 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 3 Feb 2022 70,677 miles

nearside front & rear brakes binding slightly

unable to visually check outer sills (plastic covers)

Pass 2 Feb 2021 69,496 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 68,790 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 67,262 miles

brake pads only visualy checked

Pass 20 Feb 2018 65,860 miles

EXHAUST REAR SECTION / TAILPIPE CORRODING & BLOWING SLIGHTLY

PLAY IN STEERING BOX

Pass 15 Feb 2017 63,606 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 61,486 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 60,184 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2014 58,596 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

play in steering box

unable to visually check brake pads

Pass 19 Feb 2014 58,596 miles

play in steering box

unable to visually check brake pads

Pass 22 Feb 2013 57,371 miles

front exhaust section corroding & blowing slightly

n/s wiper blade splitting

play in steering box

Pass 13 Feb 2012 55,080 miles

front wiper blades starting to split

Pass 18 Feb 2011 52,380 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 17 Feb 2010 50,103 miles

play in steering box

rear exhaust section corroding & blowing slightly

slight tear/fray in rear centre seat belt

Pass 17 Feb 2009 46,836 miles

both nearside tyres side walls scuffed

slight play in nearside front wheelbearing

Pass 12 Feb 2008 41,855 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 35,985 miles

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

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

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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L510 LUX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Green with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 L510 LUX, 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 L510 LUX registered?

L510 LUX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is L510 LUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L510 LUX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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