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N134 MVF

1996 Mitsubishi Pajero

Green Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,861 mi
Last recorded146,861 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2020
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero124,885 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN134 MVF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelPajero
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2020 146,861 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Also system deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 146,856 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Also system deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 146,120 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 146,078 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)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 144,789 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 142,932 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2016 142,932 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Undersill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 142,861 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer Sill (2.4.A.3)

Fuel pipes Corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2014 139,710 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 139,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 136,444 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Covers fitted over outer sills

Cut in NSR tyre

Inner sills corroded

Slight play in steering drop link ball joint

Splits in OSR tyre inner wall

Fail 19 Jun 2013 136,444 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Covers fitted over outer sills

Cut in NSR tyre

Inner sills corroded

Slight play in steering drop link ball joint

Splits in OSR tyre inner wall

Pass 14 May 2012 131,706 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 124,270 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 116,896 miles

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

n/s inner cv boot split

raer anti roll bar d bushes

rear chassis corroded

Pass 15 Apr 2009 106,235 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

n/s/r tyre possible ran flat

rear tyres cutting out

Pass 9 May 2008 100,396 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)

Pass 5 May 2007 90,775 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 80,219 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 74,996 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2005 74,996 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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N134 MVF is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero in Green with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N134 MVF, 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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N134 MVF is a 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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