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BW12 FWG

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,926 mi
Last recorded71,926 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer44,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW12 FWG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 71,926 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 71,125 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 71,125 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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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BW12 FWG is a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 44,958 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 BW12 FWG, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BW12 FWG registered?

BW12 FWG is a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is BW12 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW12 FWG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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