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D5 SLF

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,603 mi
Last recorded101,603 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2012
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD5 SLF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2012 101,603 miles

Oil leak

battrey loose

Fail 29 Nov 2012 101,603 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has damage which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has a fracture which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

battrey loose

Pass 9 Nov 2011 97,355 miles

Damage on rear of vehicle

Pass 24 Sep 2010 94,040 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 94,040 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 84,999 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

handbrake travel high still has some reserve

Pass 23 Jul 2007 69,828 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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D5 SLF is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 D5 SLF, 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 25 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 D5 SLF registered?

D5 SLF is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is D5 SLF safe to buy?

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