Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot reliable?

Based on MOT data from 139 vehicles, the 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot are: Oil leak (49.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (37.8% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (35.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mitsubishi Chariot (1995)

139 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.2% first-time pass rate

1995 Mitsubishi Chariot

CarHunch analysed 139 real MOT records for the 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.2%, which is notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these nearly 30-year-old vehicles tend to need remedial work before they clear their test. The good news is that dangerous defects are relatively uncommon at 15.1%, so while reliability is a concern, you're not looking at a safety minefield.

These Chariots are running at a median of 115,000 miles, which is reasonable for their age, yet they're averaging nearly two failures per test and 5.5 advisories, indicating age-related wear is catching up. If you're considering one, budget for pre-purchase inspection and expect to address suspension, exhaust, or lighting issues before committing—this isn't a buy-it-and-forget-it proposition.

We have limited data for the 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

71.2%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

15.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.98

Over 5.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

129k

Middle half: 98k–155k

For context

These stats describe 139 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 139 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 49.4%

Oil leak · Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A'

Tyre wear 37.8%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 30.1%

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive · Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases · …

Brake wear 24.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 22.9%

Offside Rear fog lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Suspension & steering 21.7%

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1995.

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Before you buy a 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot

Based on MOT data from 139 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (50%)	69	72%	2.17
Diesel (50%)	69	70.6%	1.75

Mileage Distribution

Most 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

129,007

typical

98,098

low mileage

155,054

high mileage

Half of all 1995 Mitsubishi Chariot vehicles fall between 98,098 and 155,054 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 98,098 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 98,098–155,054 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1995 Mitsubishi Chariots sit.

⚠ Over 209,322 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

5.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.98

Avg failures per vehicle

5.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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