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R559 XWO

2005 Mitsubishi Challenger

Silver Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,768 mi
Last recorded119,768 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger121,584 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 XWO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 119,768 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2020 116,164 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front exhaust clamp lose.

Pass 2 May 2019 113,107 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 113,107 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both rear (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Trailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 108,701 miles

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

Nearside slight play in idler arm

Offside Front brake pipe covered in grease

Offside Front panel below headlamp excessively corroded & holed but not affecting structural integrity of vehicle

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

Fail 16 Apr 2018 108,523 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

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

Nearside slight play in idler arm

Offside Front brake pipe covered in grease

Offside Front panel below headlamp excessively corroded & holed but not affecting structural integrity of vehicle

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

Pass 21 Jun 2017 107,333 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 104,846 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 101,122 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 97,606 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 93,331 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 89,733 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 86,006 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 79,905 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2010 79,884 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2009 73,674 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 67,373 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 58,949 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2006 52,657 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 52,657 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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R559 XWO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger in Silver with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R559 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 R559 XWO registered?

R559 XWO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 11 April 2005.

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