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M657 TAB

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Green Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

86,038 mi
Last recorded86,038 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM657 TAB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2013 86,038 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 86,033 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre tread perished

power steering noisy

rear brake discs and pads worn

rear most seats folded

sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2011 85,971 miles

Centre exhaust leaking

Offside rear shocker leaking

Play in steering

Rear brake discs worn

Fail 10 Jun 2010 82,323 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both front lower shock absorber bushes worn

o/s/r shock absorber damp

Pass 10 Jun 2010 82,323 miles

both front lower shock absorber bushes worn

o/s/r shock absorber damp

Fail 1 Apr 2009 80,681 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

center exhaust section corroded

n/s/f shock absorber bush worn

o/s/r shock absorber damp

Pass 1 Apr 2009 80,681 miles

center exhaust section corroded

n/s/f shock absorber bush worn

o/s/r shock absorber damp

Pass 31 Jan 2008 78,682 miles

front brake pads appear well worn

n/s/f shock-absorber damp and lower bush tiny play

rear brake pads very well worn

Pass 12 Dec 2006 72,490 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 69,209 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

all four tyres worn on edges and perished.

Pass 9 Jun 2006 69,209 miles

all four tyres worn on edges and perished.

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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M657 TAB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Green with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 M657 TAB, 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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M657 TAB is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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