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P279 YAE

2003 Mitsubishi Challenger

Black Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

91,806 mi
Last recorded91,806 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2007
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger120,291 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 YAE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 Oct 2007 91,806 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 82,584 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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P279 YAE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger in Black with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P279 YAE, 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.

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What year was P279 YAE registered?

P279 YAE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is P279 YAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 YAE shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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