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LR52 OPD

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Black Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

104,197 mi
Last recorded104,197 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 OPD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 104,197 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached repair (6.1.4 (a) (i))

horn relocated

some components corroded under side of structure

undersealed

Pass 18 Nov 2024 102,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BY TOP SHOCK MOUNT IN WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 102,905 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength BY TOP SHOCK MOUNT IN WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BY TOP SHOCK MOUNT IN WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 99,123 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 95,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lower (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 91,195 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2021 91,193 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 87,676 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 83,876 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 80,885 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 80,885 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

front number plate held on with elastic band

Pass 7 Dec 2017 78,422 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 78,180 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both n/s and o/s inner rear sills holed (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 75,168 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 72,873 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 69,318 miles

slight travel on handbrake

Fail 4 Dec 2013 67,361 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 67,361 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 64,146 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

battery insecure.

Pass 9 Jul 2011 60,154 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 9 Jul 2011 60,154 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Fail 9 Dec 2010 59,302 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 56,725 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

hand brake travel high

Pass 16 Dec 2008 51,047 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 46,277 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2006 41,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both front brake discs slightly pitted on inner faces

hand brake travel high

Pass 28 Dec 2006 41,654 miles

both front brake discs slightly pitted on inner faces

hand brake travel high

Pass 23 Dec 2005 37,589 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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LR52 OPD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Black with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 LR52 OPD, 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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LR52 OPD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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