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J204 CET

2003 Mitsubishi Pagero

Grey Diesel 2470cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

266,333 mi
Last recorded266,333 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Pagero137,154 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ204 CET
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPagero
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,470cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2021 266,333 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipe covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sile (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sile (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 266,333 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipe covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sile (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sile (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 262,263 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Suspension bushes worn and perished

Vehicle corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2018 255,442 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 255,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play Idler (2.2.B.1g)

Front propshaft rear u/j has slight play

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 245,365 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

different size tyres fitted front and rear

Fail 5 Oct 2016 245,353 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

different size tyres fitted front and rear

Pass 16 Sep 2015 237,433 miles

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

corrosion on underside of vehical

Pass 16 Sep 2014 226,607 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 217,714 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 217,704 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 204,125 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 203,996 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 198,883 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2008 183,433 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 17 Dec 2008 183,433 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 170,890 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 154,471 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 137,987 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 137,987 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Pagero?

Based on 1,483 MOT tests across 146 vehicles.

70.9%
Pass Rate
6,403
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
146
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 103
fog lamp not working 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 44
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 41
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 39
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J204 CET is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pagero in Grey with a 2,470cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Pagero models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 137,154 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 Pagero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J204 CET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Pagero typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Pagero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J204 CET is a 2003 Mitsubishi Pagero, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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