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V602 DVM

1998 Mitsubishi Challenger

Green Diesel 2477cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,296 mi
Last recorded140,296 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger111,814 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV602 DVM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,477cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2011 140,296 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2011 140,296 miles

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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V602 DVM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger in Green with a 2,477cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V602 DVM, 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 V602 DVM registered?

V602 DVM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is V602 DVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V602 DVM shows 2 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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