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Mitsubishi Challenger

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,972 cc

T166 RDEMOT history

T166 RDE is a blue petrol Mitsubishi Challenger first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 173,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2024
Mileage
173,878 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 RDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Challenger
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,972 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 RDE was last recorded at 173,878 miles on 10 Oct 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2015: 118,199 miles, lower than 132,452 miles on 11 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
173,871 miles · 2 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 173,878 miles
  • 2022 – 169,579 miles
  • 2021 – 163,195 miles
  • 2020 – 158,580 miles
  • 2018 – 150,080 miles
  • 2017 – 145,176 miles
  • 2015 – 118,199 miles
  • 2014 – 132,452 miles
  • 2013 – 129,812 miles
  • 2012 – 127,532 miles
  • 2011 – 122,964 miles
  • 2010 – 110,998 miles
  • 2009 – 102,555 miles
  • 2008 – 95,149 miles
  • 2007 – 90,055 miles
  • 2006 – 82,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,878 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill rusty
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,878 miles (+7)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    173,878 miles
    Test number
    898996780538
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension rusty

  2. Fail173,871 miles (+3)8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,871 miles
    Test number
    323939213597
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test used as a van
    • AdvisoryRusty rear end both sides

  3. Fail173,868 miles (+4,289)1 dangerous9 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,868 miles
    Test number
    500229017299
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected by front of rear arm, also outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve inoperative but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test used as a van
    • AdvisoryRusty rear end both sides

  4. Pass169,579 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    169,579 miles
    Test number
    686378247892
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats missing used as a van

  5. Fail169,560 miles (+6,365)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,560 miles
    Test number
    934593871980
    • DangerousRear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear seats missing used as a van

  6. Pass163,195 miles (+5)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    163,195 miles
    Test number
    393769553046
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCar used as a van no seats only two in the front
    • AdvisoryRusty chassis covered in underseal

  7. Fail163,190 miles (+4,610)2 dangerous15 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,190 miles
    Test number
    431857440259
    • DangerousCentral Fuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested fuel leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 3 places (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCar used as a van no seats only two in the front

  8. Pass158,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    158,580 miles
    Test number
    194632244908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail158,580 miles (+8,500)4 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,580 miles
    Test number
    792239774985
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Outer Body component likely to become detached step (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSuspension component ball joint likely to become detached top and bottom split pins missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass150,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    150,080 miles
    Test number
    843707012530
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak oil leak from engine

  11. Fail150,080 miles (+4,904)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,080 miles
    Test number
    412191321385
    • FailureCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentral Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering n/s (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak oil leak from engine

  12. Pass145,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    145,176 miles
    Test number
    514800233338
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s by fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail145,176 miles (+26,977)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,176 miles
    Test number
    377965703014
    • FailureEmissions not tested large hole in front pipe (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s by fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass118,199 miles (-14,253)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    118,199 miles
    Test number
    627396665114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass132,452 miles (+2,640)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    132,452 miles
    Test number
    105962364189
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass129,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    129,812 miles
    Test number
    779016113153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail129,812 miles (+2,280)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,812 miles
    Test number
    305064913191
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass127,532 miles (+4,568)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    127,532 miles
    Test number
    619844112189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass122,964 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    155958181490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail122,964 miles (+11,966)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,964 miles
    Test number
    868168781096
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass110,998 miles (+8,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    110,998 miles
    Test number
    312845380004
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass102,555 miles (+7,406)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,555 miles
    Test number
    372497279042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,149 miles (+5,094)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    95,149 miles
    Test number
    192054048089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass90,055 miles (+7,697)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    90,055 miles
    Test number
    494717357085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass82,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    664508036028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T166 RDE

Does T166 RDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T166 RDE expired on 9 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T166 RDE?
The MOT on T166 RDE expired on 9 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T166 RDE done?
T166 RDE was recorded at 173,878 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2023, an average of 5,179 miles a year.
Has T166 RDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 RDE has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T166 RDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T166 RDE find?
T166 RDE passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2023 with 14 advisories: central rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test, and 11 more.

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