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AV52 UEN

2003 Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2017
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

238,971 mi
Last recorded238,971 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero140,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV52 UEN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 238,971 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 236,203 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

inner sills showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 11 Sep 2014 233,465 miles

sills showing signs of corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2013 229,625 miles

corrosion appearing to both inner sills.

Pass 19 Sep 2012 224,841 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 219,722 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 219,189 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 210,260 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 201,565 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 189,254 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 177,141 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 139,707 miles

See VT32 issued 25/09/2006 .

Fail 25 Sep 2006 139,703 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Offside sill by step mount deteriating .

Siil covers fitted . †Engine under tray fitted .

Pass 24 Aug 2005 88,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Aug 2005 88,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 24 Aug 2005 88,899 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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AV52 UEN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 140,428 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 AV52 UEN, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AV52 UEN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 February 2003.

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