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E14 ESE

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,303 mi
Last recorded95,303 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE14 ESE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 95,303 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 89,438 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 78,455 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 68,320 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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E14 ESE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 E14 ESE, 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 E14 ESE registered?

E14 ESE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 March 2003.

Is E14 ESE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E14 ESE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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