CarVerify

Free Car Check

B718 MAD

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,740 mi
Last recorded44,740 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB718 MAD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 44,740 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 44,504 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 44,220 miles

Front both sides tyres wearing from inner walls

Fail 2 May 2015 41,711 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 May 2015 41,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 41,173 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 37,771 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Plastic trims fitted to side sills.

Fail 20 Mar 2013 37,759 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Plastic trims fitted to side sills.

Pass 24 Mar 2012 32,663 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 27,992 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 27,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 21,489 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 21,461 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
Full Mitsubishi Lancer reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B718 MAD is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 B718 MAD, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B718 MAD?

You can check the full history of B718 MAD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B718 MAD registered?

B718 MAD is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is B718 MAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B718 MAD shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B718 MAD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B718 MAD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.