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DIG 5288

1996 Mitsubishi Pajero

Gold Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

107,105 mi
Last recorded107,105 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2021
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero124,885 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 5288
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1996
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2021 107,105 miles

corrosion under car

nsr shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing

rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2020 105,446 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing

Rear fuel pipes corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2019 105,444 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 103,234 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 99,963 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear fuel pipes corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2017 99,959 miles

Central Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle x4 (3.6.B.2c)

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all (4.1.D.1b)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 6 Oct 2015 99,763 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 99,762 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 98,373 miles

both front tyres perished and cracking

Fail 11 Oct 2014 98,369 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres perished and cracking

Pass 7 Oct 2013 95,881 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Oct 2013 95,881 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 95,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Sep 2011 92,176 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 92,176 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 88,246 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 86,227 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2009 86,227 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 84,784 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 77,594 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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DIG 5288 is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero in Gold with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DIG 5288, 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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What year was DIG 5288 registered?

DIG 5288 is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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