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DX53 GJE

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

93,376 mi
Last recorded93,376 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 GJE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 93,376 miles

Front brake back plates corroded

Front tyres close to wear indicators

Fuel filler cap area corroded and pipes corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2017 85,038 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 79,316 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 71,510 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 71,510 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 66,409 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 60,763 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 55,805 miles

engine man light on

Pass 22 Oct 2011 48,013 miles

engine man light on

Pass 23 Oct 2010 41,389 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 34,059 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 23,418 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 16,661 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 15,108 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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DX53 GJE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 DX53 GJE, 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.

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What year was DX53 GJE registered?

DX53 GJE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is DX53 GJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 GJE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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