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N71 FHL

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

130,484 mi
Last recorded130,484 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero141,752 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 FHL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Jan 2019 130,484 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to nsr brake flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached top broken off (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced lower inner sill also lower floor pan to wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured shock wiring (4.11 (a) (i))

Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osr and central (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Rear anti roll bar inner bushes slight play

crankshaft pulley excessive noise

engine oil level low

Pass 22 Jan 2018 127,466 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 127,466 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 126,434 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 124,478 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 120,387 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 113,708 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 113,708 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 110,405 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 108,041 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 105,203 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 101,860 miles

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

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

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

slight oil leak on rear of engine

Pass 16 Jan 2009 98,038 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 92,744 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2007 85,881 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2005 79,434 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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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N71 FHL is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 N71 FHL, 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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N71 FHL is a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 December 2002.

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