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DA59 MEU

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,104 mi
Last recorded43,104 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA59 MEU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 43,104 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 39,021 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Oct 2024 39,013 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 38,160 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 36,850 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front sub frame corroded and also suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 35,822 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 35,822 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 34,779 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 34,777 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Valve stem seriously damaged Both Front Valve Stems Badly Perished! (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2019 33,304 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 30,323 miles

underfloor panels ftd which obscure some items

Pass 26 Sep 2017 27,541 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 24,330 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 21,132 miles

both front tyres are worn on the inner and outer edges

Pass 13 Nov 2014 17,707 miles

advise both front tyres worn on edges

Fail 13 Nov 2014 17,707 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 13 Nov 2013 11,502 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 9,402 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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DA59 MEU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 DA59 MEU, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA59 MEU registered?

DA59 MEU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is DA59 MEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA59 MEU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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