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M478 UKL

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

White Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

167,058 mi
Last recorded167,058 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM478 UKL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2022 167,058 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 167,058 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 166,983 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 165,453 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 163,528 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 161,490 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

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

Pass 25 Aug 2012 160,039 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 159,316 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 153,096 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 145,768 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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)

Oil leak

engine oil on minimum level mark

Pass 15 Apr 2008 135,572 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish (no cords visible)

Fail 15 Apr 2008 135,570 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres starting to crack and perish (no cords visible)

engine oil below minimum level mark

Pass 11 Apr 2007 123,433 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 4 Apr 2007 123,103 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine oil on minimum level mark

Pass 20 Apr 2006 110,266 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 110,227 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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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M478 UKL is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in White with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M478 UKL, 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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M478 UKL is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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