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M262 RTX

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Red Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

178,699 mi
Last recorded178,699 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM262 RTX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 178,699 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 176,156 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 172,157 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

suspect rear brake pads getting low

Pass 17 May 2016 167,808 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 167,797 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 163,657 miles

N/s/r body corroded out of prescribed areas.

Some play evident in n/s/r shock absorber bush not yet considered excessive.

Pass 9 May 2014 158,645 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 152,374 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 146,357 miles

Oil leak

Play evident in o/s/f anti roll bar link not considered excessive.

Pass 7 May 2011 139,574 miles

Some play evident in o/s/f anti roll bar link.

Pass 4 May 2010 132,381 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 123,200 miles

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

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

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 20 May 2008 110,695 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 20 May 2008 110,695 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 104,181 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 96,878 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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M262 RTX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Red with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 131,215 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 M262 RTX, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M262 RTX registered?

M262 RTX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 19 May 2005.

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The MOT history for M262 RTX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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