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E243 MVA

1988 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,269 mi
Last recorded70,269 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2007
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer88,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE243 MVA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Mar 2007 70,269 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

near side front wing corroding

nearside front tyre perished

offside front tyre perished on tread

Pass 15 Feb 2006 69,399 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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E243 MVA is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 88,696 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 E243 MVA, 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 38 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E243 MVA registered?

E243 MVA is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 August 1988.

Is E243 MVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E243 MVA shows 2 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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