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M8 GCR

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

117,459 mi
Last recorded117,459 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 GCR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2024 117,459 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BODY AND CHASSIS AND ALL COMPONENTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside and chassis heavily plated and undersealed, all repairs covered in underseal

Fail 4 Oct 2024 117,434 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BODY AND CHASSIS AND ALL COMPONENTS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 115,140 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all bushings dry cracked

side steps / sill covers / arch covers fitted

welded / plated / under sealed

Fail 7 Jun 2023 115,136 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all bushings dry cracked

side steps / sill covers / arch covers fitted

welded / plated / under sealed

Pass 15 Apr 2022 113,493 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undertray / sill covers / sidesteps fitted

Fail 11 Apr 2022 113,489 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced o/s floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

undertray / sill covers / sidesteps fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2021 111,474 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

body plated ,welded , sealer

brakes pass on lock up

bumper support frame rusted

chassis / underside heavy surface rust

sill cover / side steps / undertray fitted

Fail 4 Feb 2021

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS OUTRIGGER (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS BODY MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

CANT CHECK FRONT CHASSIS BEHIND COVERS

CHASSIS CORRODED

EXHAUST BROKEN NO SMOKE TEST CARRIED OUT

REMAINDER OF VEHICLE CORRODED

Pass 17 Jun 2019 105,420 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 103,870 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 100,856 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

slight corrosion on brake pipes

Pass 1 Oct 2015 94,890 miles

Oil leak at various places

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

Steering box has slight movement between sector shaft and the drop arm

Fail 26 Sep 2015 94,890 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2014 88,767 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear brakepipes undersealed/painted,unable to fully inspect.

Pass 30 Sep 2013 82,412 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 76,940 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 72,596 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 70,642 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 70,641 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Nov 2007 64,275 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 58,519 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 52,772 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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M8 GCR is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M8 GCR, 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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M8 GCR is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 18 October 2002.

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