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MP53 VGX

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

116,489 mi
Last recorded116,489 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP53 VGX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 116,489 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 107,076 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 107,076 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 93,583 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 93,506 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2022 93,196 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 90,517 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 88,231 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 84,493 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 125,197 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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MP53 VGX is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MP53 VGX, 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 MP53 VGX registered?

MP53 VGX is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 14 September 2002.

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