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M552 BHG

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

245,178 mi
Last recorded245,178 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM552 BHG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2020 245,178 miles

Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 242,713 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2019 242,713 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security under body sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 239,472 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER CILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER CILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 237,210 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 230,127 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi to caliper (3.6.B.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexi to axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 219,518 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2014 102,204 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 162,425 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 147,924 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front and rear diff leaking

fuel pipes corroded

full chassis corroded

trailer socket test right tail lamp and fog lamp not working

Fail 2 Apr 2012 147,124 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front and rear diff leaking

fuel pipes corroded

full chassis corroded

trailer socket test right tail lamp and fog lamp not working

Pass 24 Mar 2011 133,046 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 3 Sep 2010 130,903 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2010 130,903 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 126,535 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2008 120,001 miles

nail in n/s/f tyre & tyre wearing on outer shoulder

oil leak on rear differential

slight play in steering & both front wheelbearings

Fail 2 Sep 2008 120,001 miles

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

nail in n/s/f tyre & tyre wearing on outer shoulder

oil leak on rear differential

slight play in steering & both front wheelbearings

Pass 6 Sep 2007 111,522 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 111,522 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2006 102,089 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 94,415 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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M552 BHG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 M552 BHG, 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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M552 BHG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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