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M160 GCD

2003 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

217,928 mi
Last recorded217,928 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero140,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM160 GCD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 217,928 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 215,921 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 215,833 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 208,680 miles

o/s/f disc face corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2010 201,525 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2009 188,454 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2008 173,614 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 160,913 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 146,429 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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M160 GCD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 140,428 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 M160 GCD, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M160 GCD registered?

M160 GCD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 10 June 2003.

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