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RDS 333R

1997 Mitsubishi Challenger

Black Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,818 mi
Last recorded104,818 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger128,962 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRDS 333R
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2006 104,818 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2005 96,045 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 96,044 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RDS 333R is a 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger in Black with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 RDS 333R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RDS 333R registered?

RDS 333R is a 1997 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is RDS 333R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RDS 333R shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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