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DX53 GJO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,990 mi
Last recorded118,990 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 118,990 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 118,962 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 117,425 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 115,278 miles

All tyres worn on edges.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under vehicle general surface corrosion.

Pass 11 Apr 2016 109,288 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 97,212 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

under vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 16 Nov 2011 83,738 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 78,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

all brake pipes surface corrosion

plastic covers fitted to outer sills could not fully check sills for corrosion

Pass 26 Sep 2009 66,474 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 57,510 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007
Pass 28 Oct 2006 43,099 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 GJO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GJO, 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 GJO registered?

DX53 GJO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is DX53 GJO safe to buy?

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