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R913 BVS

1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

196,516 mi
Last recorded196,516 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero123,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR913 BVS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2011 196,516 miles

slight leak o/s/r shocler and both slightly weak

Fail 11 Feb 2011 196,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 125,976 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 115,780 miles

Windscreen wipers judder

Pass 7 Feb 2008 103,825 miles

Front brake pads low

Pass 23 Feb 2007 91,911 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 76,306 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 76,301 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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R913 BVS is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero in Grey with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R913 BVS, 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 R913 BVS registered?

R913 BVS is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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