Mitsubishi Challenger MOT Failures
An analysis of 1,862 real DVSA MOT tests on the Mitsubishi Challenger — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Mitsubishi Challenger fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Mitsubishi Challenger is anti-roll bar links worn — this model is 16 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it a significant weak point for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 1,862 MOT tests, 33.11% of all Mitsubishi Challenger tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... (16x the fleet average), structural corrosion (14x the fleet average), wheel bearings worn (13x the fleet average), and seat mounting fault (7.4x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Mitsubishi Challenger's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 3 categories: Suspension, Bodywork, Seatbelts & Airbags. If you're inspecting a Mitsubishi Challenger before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
What to check before buying a Mitsubishi Challenger
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Mitsubishi Challenger:
Suspension — check for anti-roll bar links worn, wheel bearings worn. Bodywork — check for vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t..., structural corrosion.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Mitsubishi Challenger MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mitsubishi Challenger?
Based on 1,862 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is anti-roll bar links worn — at 16x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t... and structural corrosion.
Is the Mitsubishi Challenger reliable based on MOT data?
The Mitsubishi Challenger has 5 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is anti-roll bar links worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Mitsubishi Challenger most commonly fails on anti-roll bar links worn and vehicle structure corroded to the extent that t.... Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are .
How do I check a Mitsubishi Challenger's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.