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DU52 VFX

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,473 mi
Last recorded54,473 miles
Recorded on4 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 VFX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2012 54,473 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 54,427 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

n/s dipped beam output lower than o/s but still has good pattern

Pass 1 Apr 2011 44,123 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 41,817 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 39,480 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,285 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 30,931 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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DU52 VFX is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 DU52 VFX, 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 24 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 DU52 VFX registered?

DU52 VFX is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 14 November 2002.

Is DU52 VFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 VFX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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