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A16 FLH

1996 Mitsubishi Pajero

White Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

141,247 mi
Last recorded141,247 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero124,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 FLH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 141,247 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 141,247 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex (7.1.2)

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

Rear Fuel pipe leaking and corroded (7.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 138,151 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 134,953 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 134,939 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine water leak!

Pass 5 Feb 2013 130,465 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 130,465 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 127,138 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 127,138 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 24 Jan 2011 123,736 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 123,736 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 119,974 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 116,922 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 114,472 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 111,900 miles

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 108,728 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 108,693 miles

Offside Lower Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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A16 FLH is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero in White with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 124,885 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 A16 FLH, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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A16 FLH is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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