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R887 JBA

1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

White Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,871 mi
Last recorded3,871 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero123,665 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR887 JBA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2024 3,871 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 2,960 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 2,387 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 118,622 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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R887 JBA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero in White with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R887 JBA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R887 JBA registered?

R887 JBA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 12 December 1997.

Is R887 JBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R887 JBA shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R887 JBA have outstanding finance?

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