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R866 LHT

1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 2835cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

164,081 mi
Last recorded164,081 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2011
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero123,665 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR866 LHT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,835cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2011 164,081 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 161,917 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 158,900 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 152,321 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 145,674 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 145,674 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2006 134,112 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 134,112 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Nov 2005 123,432 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2005 123,432 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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R866 LHT is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 2,835cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 123,665 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 R866 LHT, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R866 LHT registered?

R866 LHT is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R866 LHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R866 LHT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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