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E518 VNE

1988 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,556 mi
Last recorded78,556 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2007
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer88,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE518 VNE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Jun 2007 78,556 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside outter sill to floor corroded and holed not in 30cm of mounting

Pass 16 Mar 2006 75,453 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise corrosion rear shocker mounts

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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E518 VNE is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E518 VNE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E518 VNE?

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What year was E518 VNE registered?

E518 VNE is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 February 1988.

Is E518 VNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E518 VNE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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