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R970 VHY

1998 Mitsubishi Challenger

Blue Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

110,090 mi
Last recorded110,090 miles
Recorded on14 May 2007
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger111,814 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR970 VHY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2007 110,090 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

2 of 4 fuel pipes at tank heavily corroded †fuel filler pipe heavily corroded †fuel filler breather pipe heavily corroded

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 109,778 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2006 109,778 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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R970 VHY is a 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger in Blue with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 111,814 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 Challenger fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,575 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R970 VHY, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Challenger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R970 VHY registered?

R970 VHY is a 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R970 VHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R970 VHY shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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