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Mitsubishi Pajero

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,477 cc

LE03 VPAMOT history

LE03 VPA is a grey diesel Mitsubishi Pajero first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 206,270 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2025
Mileage
206,270 km
At MOT on 25 Sept 2024
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,285 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VPA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Pajero
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,477 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VPA was last recorded at 206,270 km on 25 Sept 2024, 3,104 km more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,166 km · 22 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3,104 km
Average per year
6,285 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 206,270 km
  • 2023 – 203,166 km
  • 2022 – 199,783 km
  • 2019 – 193,588 km
  • 2011 – 123,377 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,270 km
  • MinorRegistration 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 (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,270 km (+3,104)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    206,270 km
    Test number
    671573423305
    • MinorRegistration 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 (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass203,166 km (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    203,166 km
    Test number
    554699080013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass199,783 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    199,783 km
    Test number
    752495651817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass199,154 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    199,154 miles
    Test number
    804218868360
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail199,150 miles3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,150 miles
    Test number
    771200316436
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass193,588 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    193,588 km
    Test number
    799720771869
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail193,588 km2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,588 km
    Test number
    810534008407
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass185,043 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    185,043 miles
    Test number
    380187629114
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail185,042 miles (+8,954)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,042 miles
    Test number
    403247903868
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no reading (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass176,088 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    176,088 miles
    Test number
    999225054405
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail176,088 miles (+6,254)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,088 miles
    Test number
    484483004928
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass169,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    169,834 miles
    Test number
    410123549926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail169,834 miles (+5,512)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,834 miles
    Test number
    243034823616
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  14. Pass164,322 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    164,322 miles
    Test number
    380240127458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass157,814 miles (+8,426)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    157,814 miles
    Test number
    669178784277
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass149,388 miles (+11,939)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    149,388 miles
    Test number
    707453853242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass137,449 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    137,449 miles
    Test number
    516056452291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail137,448 miles (+10,981)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,448 miles
    Test number
    737625052238
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass126,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    126,467 miles
    Test number
    345146931242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail126,467 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,467 miles
    Test number
    156704931224
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on

  21. Fail123,377 km4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,377 km
    Test number
    255890401255
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LE03 VPA

Does LE03 VPA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VPA expired on 19 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VPA?
The MOT on LE03 VPA expired on 19 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VPA done?
LE03 VPA was recorded at 206,270 km at its MOT on 25 Sept 2024, an average of 6,285 km a year.
Has LE03 VPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VPA has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LE03 VPA 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 LE03 VPA find?
LE03 VPA passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2024 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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