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HG52 AXM

2002 Mitsubishi Challenger

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,870 mi
Last recorded132,870 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Challenger113,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG52 AXM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2019 132,870 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 112,655 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 109,385 miles

Both headlamps "frosted" reducing light output.

Both rear tyres perished in tread.

Centre seatbelt in rear has loose cover on receiver.

Pass 15 Apr 2016 104,983 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front outer (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 99,317 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 92,757 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 83,853 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 76,775 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 62,607 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 50,935 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 37,794 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 26,202 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

surface corrosion to both rear+front chassis and floor

Pass 14 Sep 2007 22,443 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2007 22,443 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 18,763 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 18,671 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Challenger?

Based on 31,992 MOT tests across 2,473 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
5,987
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
2,473
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,575
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 1,622
Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 1,342
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,273
Stop lamp not working 981
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HG52 AXM is a 2002 Mitsubishi Challenger in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 113,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Challenger fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,575 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG52 AXM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Challenger typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG52 AXM registered?

HG52 AXM is a 2002 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 10 October 2002.

Is HG52 AXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG52 AXM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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