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R5 WMC

1999 Mitsubishi Challenger

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,660 mi
Last recorded128,660 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2012
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Challenger105,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 WMC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2012 128,660 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 128,620 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 122,768 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 116,560 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2009 113,499 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear Brake back plate(s) securing device excessively deteriorated (3.5.1j)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 109,027 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 103,656 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2006 98,006 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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R5 WMC is a 1999 Mitsubishi Challenger in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 105,482 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 R5 WMC, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R5 WMC registered?

R5 WMC is a 1999 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 19 July 1999.

Is R5 WMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 WMC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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