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X149 PFE

2000 Mitsubishi Challenger

Red Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

155,506 mi
Last recorded155,506 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2016
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger98,889 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX149 PFE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2016 155,506 miles

Suspension has been jacked up

drivers door has been damaged hard to close

passenger is fat

Pass 20 May 2015 147,291 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 May 2015 147,288 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2014 138,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate incorrect size

general underbody corrosion

o/s/r inner body rusted and holed (not structural)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 138,101 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate incorrect size

general underbody corrosion

o/s/r inner body rusted and holed (not structural)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 129,680 miles

front number plate cracked

rear exhaust box corroded and weak

washers poor

Pass 4 Nov 2011 120,454 miles

Both front tyres on 2mm

Offside rear door doesnt open

both rear tyres on 3mm

Pass 19 Nov 2010 113,752 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 104,495 miles

Front anti-roll bar end saddle bushes worn

Pass 22 Oct 2008 98,699 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

sealing temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 8 Oct 2007 89,067 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Wear in n/s idler pin and bush

Pass 3 Oct 2006 78,097 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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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X149 PFE is a 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger in Red with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 98,889 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 X149 PFE, 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 26 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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X149 PFE is a 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 18 October 2000.

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