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R457 XWO

2005 Mitsubishi Challenger

White Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

95,574 mi
Last recorded95,574 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger121,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 XWO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2021 95,574 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 94,956 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2020 94,956 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake excessively binding All four (1.2.1 (f))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Number plates in boot are not legal

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 94,951 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all steel pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 94,942 miles

Body has slight corrosion underbody floor (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2016 94,353 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2016 94,353 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 93,852 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 92,978 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 92,264 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 91,265 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f c v boot slight insecure

Pass 28 Jan 2011 86,612 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 80,971 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

advise slight play steering arm stabilizer ball joints

Pass 24 Jan 2009 76,424 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 72,886 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 68,137 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 62,083 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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R457 XWO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger in White with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 121,584 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 R457 XWO, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R457 XWO registered?

R457 XWO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 10 February 2005.

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