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R501 OHY

1997 Mitsubishi Challenger

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

108,029 mi
Last recorded108,029 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger128,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 OHY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2007 108,029 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 105,037 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear brake pipe corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2005 92,583 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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R501 OHY is a 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R501 OHY, 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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How do I check the history of R501 OHY?

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What year was R501 OHY registered?

R501 OHY is a 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R501 OHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 OHY shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R501 OHY have outstanding finance?

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