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L961 PRC

2002 Mitsubushi Pajero

Blue Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2021
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

110,343 mi
Last recorded110,343 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Mitsubushi Pajero156,744 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL961 PRC
MakeMitsubushi
ModelPajero
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2020 110,343 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under sealed (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 106,802 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 106,785 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch by cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 105,730 miles

under body rusty

Pass 1 Feb 2017 104,602 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 104,602 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings idler (2.2.B.1h)

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2016 103,334 miles

n/s idler arm loose

Fail 22 Jan 2016 103,334 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill and arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill and arch (5.2.6)

n/s idler arm loose

Pass 4 Feb 2015 101,836 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 101,836 miles

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

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

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

inspected all brake pipes best as possible due to shultz.

Pass 7 Feb 2014 101,042 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 101,041 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 99,268 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2013 99,268 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2012 95,680 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 86,970 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 80,828 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 75,015 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 70,034 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 63,281 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 63,281 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Feb 2006 56,129 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 8 Feb 2006 56,129 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubushi Pajero?

Based on 1,471 MOT tests across 173 vehicles.

69.5%
Pass Rate
5,658
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
173
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 145
fog lamp not working 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 65
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 50
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 50
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L961 PRC is a 2002 Mitsubushi Pajero in Blue with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubushi Pajero models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 156,744 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 Mitsubushi Pajero fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L961 PRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubushi Pajero typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubushi Pajero is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L961 PRC registered?

L961 PRC is a 2002 Mitsubushi Pajero, first registered on 19 November 2002.

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