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M283 URX

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Red Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

162,188 mi
Last recorded162,188 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM283 URX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 162,188 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered In Grease Also Fuel Pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 157,521 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 5 Dec 2022 152,242 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front corroded weak (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 9 Dec 2021 148,694 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Dec 2021 148,666 miles

Central Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Nov 2020 145,921 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 142,692 miles

Horn not working properly QUITE (7.7 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 141,810 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 137,582 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 133,718 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 133,718 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 128,777 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 123,637 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 118,288 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 106,718 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 106,718 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 101,284 miles

Nail in front tyre

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 95,826 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 95,826 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 90,410 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 84,688 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 78,440 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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M283 URX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Red with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 M283 URX, 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 M283 URX registered?

M283 URX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is M283 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M283 URX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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