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L54 HDV

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

113,202 mi
Last recorded113,202 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL54 HDV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 113,202 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 105,613 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 105,601 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 102,049 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 102,206 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 97,891 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 94,475 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 15 May 2010 91,883 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 89,545 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 84,899 miles

Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 84,899 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 74,146 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 74,146 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

n/s steering idler

Pass 15 Feb 2006 61,280 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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L54 HDV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 L54 HDV, 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 L54 HDV registered?

L54 HDV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is L54 HDV safe to buy?

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