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M198 ROS

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

130,129 mi
Last recorded130,129 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2013
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM198 ROS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Dec 2013 130,129 miles

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

slight leak of oil from sump area

Pass 2 Oct 2012 127,791 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 116,001 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 104,426 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 May 2009 94,304 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 May 2008 90,708 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 90,703 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 90,695 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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M198 ROS is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Grey with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M198 ROS, 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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What year was M198 ROS registered?

M198 ROS is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is M198 ROS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M198 ROS shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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