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L54 DCU

2005 Mitsubishi Pajaro

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,855 mi
Last recorded191,855 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajaro139,198 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL54 DCU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajaro
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 191,855 miles

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 190,521 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 190,465 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 189,477 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 188,307 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 187,328 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 186,251 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 177,805 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 177,672 miles

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

Nearside Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 165,985 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2010 155,429 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 139,258 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 139,235 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 120,747 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 120,747 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 103,688 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 82,976 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 82,597 miles

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

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2005 59,576 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 59,576 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2005

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pajaro?

Based on 2,842 MOT tests across 255 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
6,275
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
255
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 201
fog lamp not working 113
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 87
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 80
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 80
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L54 DCU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajaro in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Pajaro models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 139,198 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 Pajaro fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L54 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pajaro typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajaro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L54 DCU registered?

L54 DCU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajaro, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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The MOT history for L54 DCU shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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