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EV03 MUL

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,020 mi
Last recorded100,020 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV03 MUL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2023 100,020 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 99,269 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 94,884 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 89,705 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 88,235 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 86,256 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 86,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 80,080 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 74,101 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 73,719 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 70,760 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 68,987 miles

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

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

all brake pipes undersealed

oil filter slightly corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2009 61,538 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2009 61,538 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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 49,728 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 36,816 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 36,786 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 29,209 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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EV03 MUL is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EV03 MUL, 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.

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What year was EV03 MUL registered?

EV03 MUL is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is EV03 MUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV03 MUL shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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