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P997 JJU

2003 Mitsubishi Challenger

Silver Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

147,180 mi
Last recorded147,180 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger120,291 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP997 JJU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 147,180 miles

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

Offside Front slight play at the road wheel

Fail 13 Apr 2016 147,176 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working lens is also broken (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front slight play at the road wheel

Pass 23 Apr 2015 141,161 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 141,155 miles

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

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 136,568 miles

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)

offside and nearside rear inner sills corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2012 128,175 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 121,204 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 117,663 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2009 113,110 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 Nov 2009 113,110 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 99,596 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 87,475 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 80,893 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 74,704 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 74,704 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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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P997 JJU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger in Silver with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 P997 JJU, 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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P997 JJU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 2 October 2003.

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