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M538 RTX

2006 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,356 mi
Last recorded146,356 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
Typical for 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero125,892 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 RTX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2011 146,356 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 11 May 2011 146,356 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2010 137,055 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 128,258 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 122,021 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 106,118 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 106,118 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play both front wheel bearings. †

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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M538 RTX is a 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 125,892 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 M538 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 20 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M538 RTX registered?

M538 RTX is a 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 April 2006.

Is M538 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M538 RTX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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