Mitsubishi Chariot (1992)
1992 Mitsubishi Chariot
CarHunch analysed 100 real MOT records for the 1992 Mitsubishi Chariot. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1992 Mitsubishi Chariot's first-time pass rate of 68.7% trails the UK average by over 11 percentage points, signalling that these vehicles typically need attention before MOT. The good news is that only 11% have ever shown dangerous defects, so safety issues aren't widespread, but you're looking at a car that will likely need some remedial work.
These Chariots average 136,640 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're still generating 1.33 failures and 2.9 advisories per test on average—suggesting wear-related problems are catching up with them. Before making an offer, budget for pre-purchase inspection and plan for routine repairs once you own it, as this model's below-average MOT track record means surprises are common.
What to check before buying a 1992 Mitsubishi Chariot
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (69%) | 69 | 70.6% | 1.28 |
| Diesel (31%) | 31 | 64.5% | 1.45 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1992 Mitsubishi Chariot vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1992 Mitsubishi Chariot vehicles fall between 115,863 and 160,979 miles.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1992 Mitsubishi Chariot
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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22.1%
Oil leak
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21.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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20.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.4%
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine
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17.2%
Offside Rear fog lamp not working
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17%
Nearside Steering rack gaiter split
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15.7%
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
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13.8%
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1992. Counts include advisories and failures.
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