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P242 PLX

2003 Mitsubishi Chariot

Green Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

166,857 mi
Last recorded166,857 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot123,876 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 PLX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChariot
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2014 166,857 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

battery and fuel filter light on

noises from around belt area

Fail 3 Nov 2014 166,857 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

battery and fuel filter light on

noises from around belt area

Pass 4 Oct 2013 157,064 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 149,077 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 149,074 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 132,000 miles

will require wiper blades shortly

Pass 15 Jun 2010 128,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 12 Jun 2010 128,102 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Jun 2009 125,364 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 125,364 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2008 123,759 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 119,032 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 113,524 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 113,524 miles

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Chariot?

Based on 6,170 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
6,745
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Steering rack gaiter split 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 284
fog lamp not working 281
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 267
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P242 PLX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot in Green with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 123,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Chariot fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P242 PLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Chariot typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Chariot is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P242 PLX registered?

P242 PLX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Chariot, first registered on 1 January 2003.

Is P242 PLX safe to buy?

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