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AF59 ZJV

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

231,724 mi
Last recorded231,724 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF59 ZJV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 231,724 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 231,724 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 211,132 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 206,736 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 206,736 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 195,978 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

all wheel rims slight buckle

front/rear suspension corroded

upper/lower covers fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2017 195,978 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage spoiler missing (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

all wheel rims slight buckle

front/rear suspension corroded

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 21 Sep 2016 185,054 miles

handbrake travel

suspension corroded

upper/lower covers fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2016 185,054 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

handbrake travel

suspension corroded

upper/lower covers fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2015 159,275 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 159,269 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 136,819 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2013 111,599 miles

Front under tray insecure.

Oil leak

Pass 1 Oct 2012 84,099 miles

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2012 83,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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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AF59 ZJV is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 AF59 ZJV, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF59 ZJV registered?

AF59 ZJV is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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