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DS03 EVO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

125,721 mi
Last recorded125,721 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS03 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 125,721 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2025 124,677 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 123,756 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 122,914 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 122,379 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 132,366 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2020 121,650 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 117,272 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 113,356 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 108,297 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 108,297 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 103,714 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 103,714 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 98,623 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 92,522 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 92,522 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 87,902 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2012 87,902 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 80,022 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 80,022 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 69,515 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 56,095 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 33,218 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,646 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 16,588 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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DS03 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 DS03 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 23 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 DS03 EVO registered?

DS03 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 July 2003.

Is DS03 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS03 EVO shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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