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MRL 638P

2003 Mitsubishi Challenger

Silver Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

205,371 mi
Last recorded205,371 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2008
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger120,291 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMRL 638P
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2008 205,371 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 203,147 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Dec 2006 203,147 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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MRL 638P is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger in Silver with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 120,291 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MRL 638P, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MRL 638P registered?

MRL 638P is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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