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AY03 PWZ

2003 Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver Diesel 3200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,527 mi
Last recorded132,527 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero140,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 PWZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,200cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 132,527 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 130,518 miles

age related corrosion to steering and suspension components

Pass 21 May 2024 128,726 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 May 2023 126,633 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2022 125,866 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 May 2021 124,880 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2020 121,808 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 116,972 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 110,628 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 143,626 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 May 2017 143,626 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2016 142,629 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 May 2016 142,627 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 129,369 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 111,767 miles

O/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 111,537 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 May 2013 92,683 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2013 92,683 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 75,501 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 58,197 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 58,197 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 72,744 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 27,530 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 16,029 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 3,059 miles

various plastic trays and shields covering testable items

Fail 13 Nov 2006 3,059 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

various trays and shields covering testable items

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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AY03 PWZ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero in Silver with a 3,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AY03 PWZ, 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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What year was AY03 PWZ registered?

AY03 PWZ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AY03 PWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 PWZ shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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