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M298 RTX

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Black Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

220,884 mi
Last recorded220,884 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM298 RTX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 220,884 miles

N/S & O/S REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES PERISHED

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 29 May 2020 220,894 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

N/S & O/S REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHES PERISHED

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 212,715 miles

Rear trailing arm bushes perished

Fail 29 Oct 2019 212,267 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear trailing arm bushes perished

Pass 1 Nov 2018 209,377 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2017 208,460 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 207,507 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 207,507 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2015 205,161 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 201,965 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 201,965 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 194,551 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 194,551 miles

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

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 185,984 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 184,485 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2011 184,485 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2010 180,023 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2009 174,218 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 164,650 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 164,650 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 153,105 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 137,825 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 137,825 miles

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

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

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

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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M298 RTX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Black with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M298 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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M298 RTX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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