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P272 JNU

2004 Mitsubishi Challenger

Black Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,097 mi
Last recorded195,097 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2019
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Challenger125,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 JNU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Dec 2019 195,097 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear exhaust tail pipe deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 195,052 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Exhaust section broken (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner edge 265/70/r15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk stretched or damaged likely to lead to failure under load (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 184,633 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust has some holes and blowing slightly

oil leak from engine

Fail 4 Jul 2018 184,633 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust has some holes and blowing slightly

oil leak from engine

Pass 3 Jul 2017 178,084 miles

Body has slight corrosion Body in various areas (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Both front body mounts have slight corrosion

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Chassis in various areas (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 176,521 miles

Ball joint has slight play Arm off steering box (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Dec 2015 176,521 miles

Ball joint has slight play Arm off steering box (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 174,882 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 174,882 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 164,109 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 155,733 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 151,084 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 144,520 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 138,201 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

week exust pipes brake light rust

Pass 20 Oct 2008 138,201 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

week exust pipes brake light rust

Pass 11 Oct 2007 131,551 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 119,244 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 119,244 miles

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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P272 JNU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Challenger in Black with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 125,685 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 P272 JNU, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P272 JNU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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