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Mitsubishi Pajero

Blue and Silver · Diesel · 1996 · 2,800 cc

P259 EABMOT history

P259 EAB is a blue and silver diesel Mitsubishi Pajero first used on 31 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
108,561 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P259 EAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Pajero
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,800 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
31 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P259 EAB was last recorded at 108,561 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 150 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,411 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
150 miles
Average per year
3,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,561 miles
  • 2025 – 108,411 miles
  • 2020 – 106,742 miles
  • 2019 – 104,540 miles
  • 2018 – 101,629 miles
  • 2017 – 100,439 miles
  • 2016 – 98,178 miles
  • 2015 – 95,425 miles
  • 2014 – 92,757 miles
  • 2013 – 88,622 miles
  • 2012 – 85,915 miles
  • 2011 – 79,165 miles
  • 2010 – 71,921 miles
  • 2009 – 64,430 miles
  • 2008 – 56,626 miles
  • 2007 – 50,602 miles
  • 2006 – 44,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,561 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndercarriage heavily undersealed

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,561 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    925838539907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage heavily undersealed

  2. Fail108,561 miles (+150)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    881523030781
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage heavily undersealed

  3. Pass108,411 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    108,411 miles
    Test number
    396313446438
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  4. Fail108,411 miles (+1,669)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,411 miles
    Test number
    473627647002
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle heavily undersealed

  5. Pass106,742 miles (+2,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,742 miles
    Test number
    383466161945
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass104,540 miles (+2,911)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    104,540 miles
    Test number
    392202802370
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Pass101,629 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    101,629 miles
    Test number
    721683016448
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  8. Fail101,629 miles (+49)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,629 miles
    Test number
    997711375496
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted

  9. Fail101,580 miles (+1,141)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,580 miles
    Test number
    554883927528
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes slight corrosion

  10. Pass100,439 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,439 miles
    Test number
    843959113869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,178 miles (+2,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    98,178 miles
    Test number
    337217368167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is near legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play detected in wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre near legal limit

  12. Pass95,425 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    95,425 miles
    Test number
    123069450372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,757 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,757 miles
    Test number
    305269674279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,756 miles (+4,134)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,756 miles
    Test number
    866959464214
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  15. Pass88,622 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,622 miles
    Test number
    119519193401
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering joint

  16. Fail88,622 miles (+2,707)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,622 miles
    Test number
    259645393066
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering joint

  17. Pass85,915 miles (+6,750)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,915 miles
    Test number
    675872962288
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  18. Pass79,165 miles (+7,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    79,165 miles
    Test number
    335884461404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass71,921 miles (+7,491)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,921 miles
    Test number
    271584240209
    • NoteNearside front brake pad wear indicator out of alignment

  20. Pass64,430 miles (+7,804)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,430 miles
    Test number
    373065749215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,626 miles (+6,024)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    56,626 miles
    Test number
    850211448201
    • NoteSmall amount of play in both front lower ball joints

  22. Pass50,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    654506347264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,602 miles (+6,453)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    294726347242
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  24. Pass44,149 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,149 miles
    Test number
    930219256207
    • NoteBoth track rod ends have slight play

Questions about P259 EAB

Does P259 EAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P259 EAB is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on P259 EAB?
The MOT on P259 EAB is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P259 EAB done?
P259 EAB was recorded at 108,561 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 3,266 miles a year.
Has P259 EAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P259 EAB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on P259 EAB 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 P259 EAB find?
P259 EAB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch, and 2 more.

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