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R995 VRH

1997 Mitsubishi Pajero

Black Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

215,054 mi
Last recorded215,054 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero123,665 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR995 VRH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 215,054 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 210,468 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 197,282 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 195,840 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 195,227 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 192,902 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 179,235 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2018 179,232 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced side lights flashing with indicators (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn o/s & n/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 174,411 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 171,029 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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R995 VRH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero in Black with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R995 VRH, 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 R995 VRH registered?

R995 VRH is a 1997 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R995 VRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R995 VRH shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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