Mitsubishi Pajero (2000)
2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
CarHunch analysed 256 real MOT records for the 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero passes its MOT first time in just 74.7% of cases, below the UK average of 80%, and one in four of these vehicles has been flagged for dangerous defects — a genuine safety concern worth investigating thoroughly before purchase. The diesel models, which make up the bulk of this cohort, perform similarly at 73.9%, so fuel type doesn't improve your odds here.
These Pajeros average over 106,000 miles, which is typical for their age, but they rack up 3.27 failures per test and a notable 17.9 advisories, indicating that wear items and minor issues are widespread across the fleet. Before committing to one, get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically examines the brake and suspension systems — the primary culprits in that high dangerous defect rate.
What to check before buying a 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 25.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (70%) | 180 | 73.9% | 3.47 |
| Petrol (29%) | 75 | 76.8% | 2.8 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero vehicles fall between 82,439 and 132,908 miles.
2000 Mitsubishi Pajero — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 27 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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44.1%
Oil leak
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31.6%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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31.5%
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play
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30.1%
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play
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28.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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24%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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23.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2000. Counts include advisories and failures.
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