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M148 YWE

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

174,535 mi
Last recorded174,535 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM148 YWE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 174,535 miles

All underside of vehicle heavily coated in rubberised underseal coating. Pipes, Suspension, Chassis, Floor.

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2019 174,535 miles

All underside of vehicle heavily coated in rubberised underseal coating. Pipes, Suspension, Chassis, Floor.

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 127,725 miles

Vehicle coated very heavily with rubberised underseal, entire floor, pipes and suspension components.

Pass 18 Mar 2017 123,537 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily coated with underseal.

Fail 18 Mar 2017 123,537 miles

Underside of vehicle heavily coated with underseal.

brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Pass 15 Mar 2016 118,872 miles

All chassis and brake pipes heavily coated with rubber based underseal.

Rear seats folded up and covered

Pass 17 Mar 2015 113,985 miles

NEARSIDE HEADLAMP GLASS CRACKED. NOT AFFECTING BEAM PATTERN.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 111,438 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2014 111,433 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 110,909 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2013 110,909 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 109,543 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 107,234 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

bolts missing from front bullbar.

Fail 25 Feb 2011 107,233 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

bolts missing from front bullbar.

Pass 17 Feb 2010 105,138 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2010 105,138 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.2.D.2c)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Feb 2009 100,257 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 98,740 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2008 98,735 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Mar 2007 92,135 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 92,119 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 85,451 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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M148 YWE is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 M148 YWE, 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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M148 YWE is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 9 May 2002.

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