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M71 COT

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,680 mi
Last recorded159,680 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM71 COT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 159,680 miles

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

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

SMall oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2010 152,716 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside front inner brake pad very low suspect problam with caliper

Nearside front inner c.v boot split

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 133,514 miles

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

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

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

offside front and nearside rear tyres slight wear

Pass 19 Dec 2008 125,357 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 125,357 miles

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 118,950 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 110,558 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 99,443 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2005 99,443 miles

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

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

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

oil leak

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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M71 COT is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Grey with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 M71 COT, 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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What year was M71 COT registered?

M71 COT is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 December 2002.

Is M71 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M71 COT shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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