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Mitsubishi Pajero

Silver and Blue · Diesel · 1993 · 2,835 cc

L38 HAAMOT history

L38 HAA is a silver and blue diesel Mitsubishi Pajero first used on 6 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 259,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2021
Mileage
259,401 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L38 HAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Pajero
Colour
Silver and Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,835 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
6 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

L38 HAA was last recorded at 259,401 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 7,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
251,527 miles · 2 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
7,874 miles
Average per year
9,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 259,401 miles
  • 2020 – 251,527 miles
  • 2019 – 236,492 miles
  • 2018 – 225,634 miles
  • 2017 – 214,303 miles
  • 2016 – 204,449 miles
  • 2015 – 192,243 miles
  • 2014 – 181,541 miles
  • 2012 – 163,259 miles
  • 2011 – 153,785 miles
  • 2010 – 144,740 miles
  • 2009 – 136,460 miles
  • 2008 – 126,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail259,401 miles
  • DangerousO/s & n/s inner rear wheel arches corroded with in 30cm of body mounting
  • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear before load value surface corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear sections of chassis surface corroded
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outer sills
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes at rear surface corroded

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail259,401 miles (+7,874)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,401 miles
    Test number
    635916445094
    • DangerousO/s & n/s inner rear wheel arches corroded with in 30cm of body mounting
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at rear before load value surface corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both lower bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sections of chassis surface corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to outer sills
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes at rear surface corroded

  2. Pass251,527 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    251,527 miles
    Test number
    209116493564
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s rear inner wheel arch

  3. Fail251,527 miles (+15,035)3 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,527 miles
    Test number
    493894585964
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s rear inner wheel arch

  4. Pass236,492 miles (+10,858)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    236,492 miles
    Test number
    341168873263
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective n/s (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail-pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill panels obscured by covers
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering idler ball joint

  5. Pass225,634 miles (+11,331)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    225,634 miles
    Test number
    910412291018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill panels obscured by plastic covers

  6. Pass214,303 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    214,303 miles
    Test number
    959880424533
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded above axle (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail214,303 miles (+9,854)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,303 miles
    Test number
    841809393339
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded above axle (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass204,449 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    204,449 miles
    Test number
    370784626447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Fail204,449 miles (+12,206)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,449 miles
    Test number
    200161138891
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  10. Pass192,243 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    192,243 miles
    Test number
    329006035161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail192,214 miles (+10,673)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,214 miles
    Test number
    246265235175
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  12. Fail181,541 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,541 miles
    Test number
    758356934110
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass181,541 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    181,541 miles
    Test number
    865226834101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass171,883 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    171,883 km
    Test number
    645406533136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass163,259 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    163,259 miles
    Test number
    307247732124
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail163,259 miles (+9,474)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,259 miles
    Test number
    756997832114
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass153,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    153,785 miles
    Test number
    627008931145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    359759821111
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  19. Pass144,740 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    144,740 miles
    Test number
    582027320182
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  20. Fail144,740 miles (+8,280)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,740 miles
    Test number
    664497920102
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  21. Pass136,460 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    136,460 miles
    Test number
    903861139190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn low on inner edge

  22. Fail136,460 miles (+9,988)2 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,460 miles
    Test number
    493111939194
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges
    • NoteO/s rear tyre worn low on inner edge

  23. Pass126,472 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    126,472 miles
    Test number
    294148808103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass117,714 km (+4,286)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    117,714 km
    Test number
    514549127163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass113,428 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    113,428 km
    Test number
    633615396008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail113,428 km1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,428 km
    Test number
    603947586086
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Questions about L38 HAA

Does L38 HAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L38 HAA expired on 1 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L38 HAA?
The MOT on L38 HAA expired on 1 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L38 HAA done?
L38 HAA was recorded at 259,401 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 9,769 miles a year.
Has L38 HAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L38 HAA has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L38 HAA 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 L38 HAA find?
L38 HAA failed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 3 major defects and 7 advisories: o/s & n/s inner rear wheel arches corroded with in 30cm of body mounting; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel arch; offside rear other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle, and 8 more.

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