CarVerify

Free Car Check

L296 MEP

2010 Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,291 mi
Last recorded107,291 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero99,326 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL296 MEP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 107,291 miles

Both front tyres severely deteriorated (14 years old)

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Inner face lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff, impact damage (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres perished (OSR 22 years old, NSR 19 years old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Mar 2024 107,291 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible LED headlamp bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Driver's seat insecure Doesn't lock on right side rail (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner face lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre severely deteriorated (14 years old)

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (19 years old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre severely deteriorated (14 years old)

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (22 years old) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff leak (impact damage) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 62,641 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

all underbody covered in underseal all brake pipes included

Pass 5 Feb 2022 84,579 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 83,965 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 82,895 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 78,538 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.65mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 70,435 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 62,034 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 62,034 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 55,482 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 55,482 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 50,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 43,075 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 43,066 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 35,878 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 35,586 miles

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

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

all brake discs surface rust x4

exhaust rusty

n/s/f wiper blade dry

o/s/r tyre cuts in tread

Pass 20 Sep 2010 31,456 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
Full Mitsubishi Pajero reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L296 MEP is a 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 99,326 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 L296 MEP, 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 16 years old, this Mitsubishi Pajero is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L296 MEP?

You can check the full history of L296 MEP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L296 MEP registered?

L296 MEP is a 2010 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 1 October 2010.

Is L296 MEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L296 MEP shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L296 MEP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L296 MEP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.