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V853 FTR

2000 Mitsubishi Challenger

Black Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,555 mi
Last recorded108,555 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2014
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger98,889 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV853 FTR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelChallenger
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2014 108,555 miles

Oil leak

general corrosion

Pass 8 Feb 2013 104,810 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 29 Jan 2013 104,803 miles

Nearside Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 29 Dec 2010 103,740 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Dec 2010 103,680 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2009 101,186 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 98,203 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 93,944 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 93,881 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake pipes starting to corrode

chips to windscreen

rear roll bar bushes worn

slight movement in both front wheels

wear in gearbox mounts

wear to brake discs

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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V853 FTR is a 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger in Black with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 98,889 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 V853 FTR, 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 26 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 V853 FTR registered?

V853 FTR is a 2000 Mitsubishi Challenger, first registered on 6 January 2000.

Is V853 FTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for V853 FTR shows 9 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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