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R427 XCY

1997 Mitsubushi Pajero

Silver Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

174,568 mi
Last recorded174,568 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 XCY
MakeMitsubushi
ModelPajero
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2011 174,568 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2009 174,159 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2007 161,688 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2007 161,687 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 144,779 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 144,779 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

How Reliable is the Mitsubushi Pajero?

Based on 1,471 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,658
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 145
fog lamp not working 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 50
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 50
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R427 XCY is a 1997 Mitsubushi Pajero in Silver with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Mitsubushi Pajero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R427 XCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubushi Pajero typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubushi Pajero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R427 XCY registered?

R427 XCY is a 1997 Mitsubushi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R427 XCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R427 XCY shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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