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P881 DFP

2003 Mitsubishi Challenger

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

157,716 mi
Last recorded157,716 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger120,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP881 DFP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 157,716 miles

Centre Items removed from driver's view prior to test suction mount holder ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge . Also cracking/perishing in tread (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Oct 2016 157,656 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner & outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Centre Items removed from driver's view prior to test suction mount holder ()

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge . Also cracking/perishing in tread (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Oct 2015 153,569 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2015 153,569 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 116,475 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

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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P881 DFP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P881 DFP, 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 P881 DFP registered?

P881 DFP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is P881 DFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P881 DFP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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