1993 Mitsubishi Pajero 2.5L Diesel · K571 LYB

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025-08-04 with 146,406 miles, but multiple brake-related issues were recorded: offside front, nearside rear, and offside rear service brakes binding slightly (1.2.1 (f)). A defective offside windscreen wiper blade (3.4 (b) (i)) was also noted. These issues suggest ongoing brake system wear, though not yet critical. Recurring mechanical patterns include brake disc wear, pitting, and scoring across all four wheels, documented in every MOT since 2020. This indicates progressive wear on brake components, likely exacerbated by the vehicle’s age and consistent use. Suspension and steering issues also recur: anti-roll bar linkage wear (5.3.4 (a) (i)) and steering box sector shaft movement (2.1.1 (d) (i)) were flagged in 2020, with the latter resolved by 2022. However, the 2020-06-30 MOT failure highlights past severity in these areas, suggesting potential instability if not properly addressed. The trend appears stable but concerning. Brake disc issues persist across all MOTs, with no evidence of improvement. While the 2020 steering failure was corrected, recurring suspension wear (e.g., ball joint play, linkage wear) implies unresolved mechanical stress.