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N289 BRC

2005 Mitsubishi Pajero

Red Petrol 1090cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

87,314 mi
Last recorded87,314 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero131,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN289 BRC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,090cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 87,314 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 87,065 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 22 Jan 2021 87,065 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 86,206 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 86,206 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 85,364 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 17 Jan 2019 85,363 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2017 77,859 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 72,409 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2013 72,389 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 24 May 2012 68,871 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 64,705 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 64,702 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2010 57,632 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 55,404 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2009 55,404 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 53,424 miles

1/ ALL 4 TYRES STARTING TO CRACK 2/FRONT BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW

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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N289 BRC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero in Red with a 1,090cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 N289 BRC, 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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N289 BRC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 14 June 2005.

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