2018 Mitsubishi Pajero 3.6L Petrol · M205 GMW

The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2024‑12‑21 at 158,443 miles records a failure rather than a pass. The tester flagged the offside rear direction indicator with a multiple light source more than half non‑functional, incorrect colour on both rear indicators, a loose offside front wheel fixing, high engine idle causing excessive exhaust emissions, and the same inner tyre and anti‑roll bar corrosion noted in the pass advisory. Earlier tests from 2021‑2022 showed only minor suspension dust‑cover deterioration and steering linkage play. The pattern therefore indicates a worsening condition, moving from low‑impact advisories to multiple safety‑related defects. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s life totals 158,443 miles in roughly eight years, averaging about 19,800 miles per year—a high rate for a 2018 model. The MOT record shows a modest increase of 2,716 miles between the March 2021 test (155,562 miles) and the December 2022 test (158,278 miles), then only 165 miles added by December 2024. The two‑year gap without an MOT in 2023 suggests a lapse in regular testing, and the recent slowdown in mileage may reflect reduced usage or the vehicle being stored, but the overall mileage remains a concern for wear components. A buyer should inspect the inner front and rear tyres for cracking or perishing as flagged in both 2024 entries, examine the anti‑roll bar mounts for corrosion, and check the front suspension arm ball‑joint dust covers—already noted as severely deteriorated in 2022. The steering linkage should be tested for the slight play recorded in 2020, and the direction indicators verified for full operation and correct colour. The offside front wheel fixing must be examined for looseness, and the exhaust system checked for high idle speed that caused the emission failure. Finally, a visual check of the chassis for rust and a mechanical inspection of brakes and drivetrain are advisable given the high mileage. The recent pass advisory on tyre condition and anti‑roll bar corrosion indicates those items have been monitored but not yet replaced. The combination of multiple 2024 failures, the historical suspension wear, and the elevated annual mileage suggests the vehicle requires a comprehensive pre‑purchase inspection. Any unresolved direction indicator faults, wheel‑stud security, or exhaust issues should be rectified before regular use, and the buyer should budget for tyre replacement and possible suspension component renewal.