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E5 WRC

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

154,104 mi
Last recorded154,104 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE5 WRC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 154,104 miles

general underbody corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2024 153,916 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 153,597 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 152,917 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 152,917 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 152,342 miles

exhaust noisy

Pass 1 Aug 2020 151,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 150,837 miles

Exhaust noisy exhaust noise level higher than exspected (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 147,709 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play steeringrack tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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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E5 WRC is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 E5 WRC, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E5 WRC registered?

E5 WRC is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is E5 WRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E5 WRC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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