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BP51 KYG

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,218 mi
Last recorded102,218 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP51 KYG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2025 102,218 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 99,702 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 98,107 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 89,411 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 35,543 miles

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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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BP51 KYG is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 BP51 KYG, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BP51 KYG registered?

BP51 KYG is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 February 2002.

Is BP51 KYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP51 KYG shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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