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C486 VFH

1986 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,485 mi
Last recorded33,485 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2005
Typical for 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer62,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC486 VFH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2005 33,485 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2005 33,485 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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C486 VFH is a 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 62,242 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 C486 VFH, 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 40 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C486 VFH registered?

C486 VFH is a 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 1986.

Is C486 VFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C486 VFH shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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