Mitsubishi Challenger
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 292 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
73%
Total Tests
292
Best Year
1999 (75%)
Years Covered
2
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About the Mitsubishi Challenger
The Mitsubishi Challenger has been tested 292 times in 2024 MOT data across 2 model years (1999 to 2004), with an average pass rate of 73%. That's 9 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol and diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 1999 model is the most reliable with a 75% pass rate from 252 tests. The 2004 model has the lowest at 70%. With just a 5 point spread, the Challenger is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1999) averages 133,042 miles, while the newest (2004) averages 185,779 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Mitsubishi brand average of 80%, the Challenger is 7 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mitsubishi models.
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