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Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,830 cc

L109 XLRMOT history

L109 XLR is a blue diesel Mitsubishi Pajero first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 124,774 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,774 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,366 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L109 XLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Pajero
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,830 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L109 XLR was last recorded at 124,774 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 618 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,156 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
618 miles
Average per year
3,366 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,774 miles
  • 2024 – 124,156 miles
  • 2023 – 123,253 miles
  • 2022 – 122,296 miles
  • 2021 – 121,622 miles
  • 2020 – 118,845 miles
  • 2018 – 117,959 miles
  • 2017 – 111,625 miles
  • 2016 – 109,036 miles
  • 2015 – 106,960 miles
  • 2014 – 106,576 miles
  • 2013 – 102,934 miles
  • 2012 – 95,680 miles
  • 2011 – 94,755 miles
  • 2010 – 85,234 miles
  • 2009 – 80,394 miles
  • 2008 – 73,907 miles
  • 2007 – 67,176 miles
  • 2005 – 57,948 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,774 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderseal all under vehicle

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Chassis rails corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,774 miles (+618)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,774 miles
    Test number
    147668714127
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal all under vehicle

  2. Pass124,156 miles (+903)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,156 miles
    Test number
    157923560707
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral rust and corrosion of chassis
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leak at time of test (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,253 miles (+957)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,253 miles
    Test number
    826399632510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,296 miles (+674)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,296 miles
    Test number
    985118694777
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Lower engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,622 miles (+2,777)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    121,622 miles
    Test number
    767159168853
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,845 miles (+886)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,845 miles
    Test number
    913121111574
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective stone chip (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass117,959 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,959 miles
    Test number
    523246834889
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded

  8. Fail117,959 miles (+6,334)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,959 miles
    Test number
    654516578773
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded

  9. Pass111,625 miles (+2,589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    111,625 miles
    Test number
    578207890141
    • AdvisoryChassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Handbrake low efficiency

  10. Pass109,036 miles (+2,076)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    109,036 miles
    Test number
    947572043423
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes covered in grease appears ok
    • AdvisoryChassis rails corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass106,960 miles (+10)13 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,960 miles
    Test number
    368219295106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  12. Fail106,950 miles (+374)6 failures13 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,950 miles
    Test number
    959167495135
    • FailureFront Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureRear Battery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  13. Pass106,576 miles (+3,642)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    106,576 miles
    Test number
    335976294149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass102,934 miles (+7,254)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    102,934 miles
    Test number
    737179463195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  15. Pass95,680 miles (+925)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,680 miles
    Test number
    297038792472
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass94,755 miles (+9,521)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,755 miles
    Test number
    966411281176
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass85,234 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    85,234 miles
    Test number
    263841080176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass80,394 miles (+6,487)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    80,394 miles
    Test number
    753640529069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,907 miles (+6,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    73,907 miles
    Test number
    840712908058
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass67,176 miles (+9,228)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    67,176 miles
    Test number
    310248807014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,948 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    57,948 miles
    Test number
    831424665300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L109 XLR

Does L109 XLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L109 XLR is valid until 5 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L109 XLR?
The MOT on L109 XLR is valid until 5 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L109 XLR done?
L109 XLR was recorded at 124,774 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 3,366 miles a year.
Has L109 XLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L109 XLR has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on L109 XLR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L109 XLR find?
L109 XLR passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 10 more.

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