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P558 KPY

1996 Mitsubishi Challenger

Green Diesel 2830cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

196,688 mi
Last recorded196,688 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger126,375 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP558 KPY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,830cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 196,688 miles

Gearbox mounting defective

Fail 25 Apr 2013 196,885 miles

Nearside Front Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Gearbox mounting defective

Pass 16 Jan 2012 186,726 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 166,101 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

Fail 11 Jan 2010 142,081 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Jan 2010 142,081 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 116,934 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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P558 KPY is a 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger in Green with a 2,830cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 126,375 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 P558 KPY, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P558 KPY registered?

P558 KPY is a 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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