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DR51 EVO

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

26,630 mi
Last recorded26,630 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR51 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 26,630 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 26,185 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 25,535 miles
Fail 4 May 2024 25,529 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Fail 20 Apr 2024 25,526 miles

Front Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 25,091 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 24,619 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 24,049 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 23,265 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 22,639 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 20,837 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 19,202 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 18,667 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 24 Sep 2013 14,873 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 10,279 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 10,270 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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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DR51 EVO is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 DR51 EVO, 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 DR51 EVO registered?

DR51 EVO is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DR51 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR51 EVO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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