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A12 FCE

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

83,893 mi
Last recorded83,893 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 FCE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 3 Oct 2013 83,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 83,893 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 83,155 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 82,686 miles

Front discs slighty corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear discs slightly corroded

front wipers starting to smear

Pass 21 Apr 2010 72,819 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 72,819 miles

Offside Inner Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 72,583 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is severely distorted (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 55,743 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 55,737 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Oct 2007 38,776 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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A12 FCE is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A12 FCE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A12 FCE registered?

A12 FCE is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is A12 FCE safe to buy?

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