2002 · 22 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2002 Mitsubishi Pajero MOT pass rate and common faults

105 MOT tests in 2024. 59.1% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

102About average
Passed first time59.1%
Failed or needed repairs40.9%
Typical mileage at test141,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 105 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Rear fog lamp: not working6.7%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength4.8%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.8%
  4. Headlamp aim: too low2.9%
  5. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded2.9%
  6. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.9%
  7. Service brake performance: excessively binding2.9%
  8. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting2.9%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively2.9%
  10. Position lamp: not working2.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics35.2%
  2. Suspension15.2%
  3. Body & chassis15.2%
  4. Brakes13.3%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.5%
  6. Emissions & leaks7.6%
  7. Seat belts & airbags5.7%
  8. Steering4.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine33.3%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded27.6%
  3. Wheel bearings: has excessive play12.4%
  4. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.4%
  5. Non-component advisories: Fuel Pipe/s corroded10.5%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year is about as good as an average car its age. Before buying, check the area that fails most: rear fog lamp: not working. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero?

In 2024, 59.1% of 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero cars passed their MOT first time, across 105 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero?

The most common failure reasons were rear fog lamp: not working; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 102, which is about average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).