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EV03 DEE

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,095 mi
Last recorded51,095 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV03 DEE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 51,095 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 50,474 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 47,850 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 46,483 miles

rear brake discs have surface corrosion

Fail 19 Jun 2012 46,460 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Service brake is causing the steering wheel to severely pull one way (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Service brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the nearside (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 43,201 miles

all discs have surface corrosion

long travell to park brake lever

Pass 17 Sep 2007 36,850 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 36,824 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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EV03 DEE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 EV03 DEE, 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 EV03 DEE registered?

EV03 DEE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 December 2003.

Is EV03 DEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV03 DEE shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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