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P801 HUJ

1997 Mitsubishi Challenger

Black Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,547 mi
Last recorded195,547 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger128,962 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP801 HUJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2017 195,547 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 194,802 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 191,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2015 188,048 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 170,277 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 160,829 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 143,124 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 128,736 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 118,942 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2008 105,053 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 96,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 88,560 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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P801 HUJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger in Black with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 128,962 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 P801 HUJ, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P801 HUJ registered?

P801 HUJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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