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M159 UBU

2006 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

168,073 mi
Last recorded168,073 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2015
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero125,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM159 UBU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2015 168,073 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 163,228 miles

Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2013 157,745 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 152,115 miles

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2011 146,006 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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

slight play in steering arm

Pass 23 Sep 2010 134,597 miles

Battery insecure

Fail 23 Sep 2010 134,597 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 132,700 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 121,383 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2008 121,383 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 116,234 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 115,837 miles

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

Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 107,627 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 107,621 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 107,582 miles

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

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

offside parkingbrake low effort nearside 280kg offside 160kg

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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M159 UBU is a 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 125,892 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 M159 UBU, 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M159 UBU registered?

M159 UBU is a 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 4 May 2006.

Is M159 UBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M159 UBU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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