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Mitsubishi Challenger

Blue and Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,477 cc

T97 SBOMOT history

T97 SBO is a blue and silver diesel Mitsubishi Challenger first used on 26 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2022
Mileage
105,300 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T97 SBO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Challenger
Colour
Blue and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,477 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T97 SBO was last recorded at 105,300 miles on 14 Dec 2021, 2,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,626 miles · 11 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,674 miles
Average per year
3,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 105,300 miles
  • 2020 – 102,626 miles
  • 2019 – 100,099 miles
  • 2018 – 96,385 miles
  • 2017 – 91,930 miles
  • 2016 – 84,761 miles
  • 2015 – 83,772 miles
  • 2014 – 81,680 miles
  • 2013 – 79,448 miles
  • 2012 – 76,120 miles
  • 2011 – 73,165 miles
  • 2010 – 70,201 miles
  • 2009 – 67,216 miles
  • 2008 – 63,235 miles
  • 2007 – 59,285 miles
  • 2006 – 53,903 miles
  • 2005 – 47,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,300 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,300 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,300 miles
    Test number
    209415491096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,626 miles (+2,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,626 miles
    Test number
    517441593267
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass100,099 miles (+3,714)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,099 miles
    Test number
    233148654354
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front anti-roll bar bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion on chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass96,385 miles (+4,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    96,385 miles
    Test number
    634471566545
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s running steps corroded

  5. Pass91,930 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    727361903879
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  6. Fail91,930 miles (+12)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,930 miles
    Test number
    772967189538
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  7. Fail91,918 miles (+7,157)6 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,918 miles
    Test number
    860579639799
    • FailureFront Body has a sharp edge caused by damage BUMPER (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated & SHARP EDGE (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5MM ON EDGE (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded CHASSIS RAIL X3 MARKED WITH CHALK (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryGENERAL CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE
    • AdvisoryNS & OS OUTER STEP SUPPORT BARS BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded CALIPER (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear AXLE X-MEMBER CORRODED
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective FLAT
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  8. Pass84,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    84,761 miles
    Test number
    113607639637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,761 miles (+989)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,761 miles
    Test number
    802813869256
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass83,772 miles (+2,092)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,772 miles
    Test number
    844889997002
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play o/s and n/s (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel pitman arm (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s door runner steps showing signs of corrosion

  11. Pass81,680 miles (+2,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    808528764295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass79,448 miles (+3,328)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,448 miles
    Test number
    568976973260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDrivers and passenger side door runner steps showing corrosion
    • NoteSlight play in pitman arm ball joint

  13. Pass76,120 miles (+2,955)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,120 miles
    Test number
    107146372294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteOuter steps n/s ando/s corroded

  14. Pass73,165 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,165 miles
    Test number
    689032571252
    • NoteOil leak, side ateps supports corroded, surface corrosion, n/s/r fuel pipe corrosion, slight play steering, slight play front antirollbar bushes,

  15. Fail73,165 miles (+2,964)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,165 miles
    Test number
    718150171234
    • FailureAnti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak, side ateps supports corroded, surface corrosion, n/s/r fuel pipe corrosion, slight play steering, slight play front antirollbar bushes,

  16. Pass70,201 miles (+2,985)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    70,201 miles
    Test number
    181141670283
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise play in pitman arm

  17. Pass67,216 miles (+3,981)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    523122079216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,235 miles (+3,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    63,235 miles
    Test number
    223394858282
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass59,285 miles (+5,382)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    59,285 miles
    Test number
    502264937293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,903 miles (+6,344)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,903 miles
    Test number
    770517056226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEXCESSIVE PLAY & DETERIRATION OF N/S G/BOX MOUNTING

  21. Pass47,559 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    47,559 miles
    Test number
    764016435277
    • NoteSOME CORROSSION OF EXHAUST TAIL PIPE SERVICEABLE AT TIME OF TEST

Questions about T97 SBO

Does T97 SBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T97 SBO expired on 13 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T97 SBO?
The MOT on T97 SBO expired on 13 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T97 SBO done?
T97 SBO was recorded at 105,300 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2021, an average of 3,541 miles a year.
Has T97 SBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T97 SBO has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on T97 SBO ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T97 SBO find?
T97 SBO passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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