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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mitsubishi Challenger. Check any Challenger by registration number below.

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68.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.5%

vs Mitsubishi Avg

3

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Mitsubishi Challenger — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mitsubishi Challenger has an average MOT pass rate of 68.7%, which is 13.5 percentage points below the Mitsubishi brand average of 82.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Challenger on the road.

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Challenger fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. If you are preparing your Challenger for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mitsubishi Challenger, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mitsubishi Challenger performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 55 vehicles

63.6%Below Average
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1999

Based on 301 vehicles

69.4%Average
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

24.1%

0

Based on 212 vehicles

73.1%Average
Mitsubishi average: 82.2%
Mileage at 5yr

140k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mitsubishi Challenger

The most common reasons a Mitsubishi Challenger fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

14.0%
2

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

6.6%
3

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

5.6%
4

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

4.7%
5

Exhaust system leaking or insecure

3.3%
Mitsubishi Challenger Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

14.5%

Rear Nearside

10.9%

Front

9.1%

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mitsubishi Challenger

Mitsubishi Challenger — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mitsubishi Challenger MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi Challenger?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mitsubishi Challenger is 68.7% compared to the Mitsubishi average of 82.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Challenger?
The most common MOT failures on the Mitsubishi Challenger are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (14.0%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (6.6%), Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake (5.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Mitsubishi Challenger reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 68.7%, the Mitsubishi Challenger is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mitsubishi Challenger?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mitsubishi Challenger?
Typical mileage for the Mitsubishi Challenger: 139,848 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Challenger to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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