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AK59 LWS

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,306 mi
Last recorded58,306 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK59 LWS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 58,306 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel arch liner loose fit

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Undertray loose

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 42,728 miles

Engine under tray loose

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 36,347 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 18 May 2023 25,530 miles

High level brake light not working

Fail 15 May 2023 25,528 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

High level brake light not working

Pass 12 May 2022 17,317 miles

general underside slight corrosion of suspension

Pass 29 Aug 2018 17,290 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 16,858 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 16,858 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 15,762 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 14,353 miles

damage to n/s/f bumper damage to o/s/r wing and front door

Pass 29 Aug 2014 12,881 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Aug 2013 10,324 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 8,041 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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AK59 LWS is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AK59 LWS, 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 AK59 LWS registered?

AK59 LWS is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 September 2009.

Is AK59 LWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK59 LWS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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