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R609 JHJ

1997 Mitsubishi Chariot

Silver Petrol 2350cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

73,184 mi
Last recorded73,184 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Chariot109,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 JHJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChariot
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,350cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2008 73,184 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 73,184 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Fail 9 Jan 2007 69,837 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 69,837 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 68,358 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 68,340 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Chariot?

Based on 6,170 MOT tests across 998 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
6,745
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
998
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 569
Steering rack gaiter split 367
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 284
fog lamp not working 281
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 267
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R609 JHJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Chariot in Silver with a 2,350cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Chariot models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 109,761 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Chariot fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 569 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R609 JHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Chariot typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Chariot is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R609 JHJ registered?

R609 JHJ is a 1997 Mitsubishi Chariot, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R609 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R609 JHJ shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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