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S470 JSW

1998 Mitsubishi Challenger

Blue Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,992 mi
Last recorded127,992 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger111,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS470 JSW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Dec 2008 127,992 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

UNABLE TO CHECK BRAKE PIPES FULLY DUE TO MUD UNDER VEHICLE

Pass 14 Dec 2007 114,203 miles

battery insecurely held in place

Pass 3 Aug 2006 92,677 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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S470 JSW is a 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger in Blue with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 S470 JSW, 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.

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What year was S470 JSW registered?

S470 JSW is a 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 10 December 1998.

Is S470 JSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S470 JSW 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.

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