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EV04 WAR

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,883 mi
Last recorded89,883 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV04 WAR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 89,883 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 84,446 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 81,835 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 78,630 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 76,405 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 74,139 miles

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Fail 24 Aug 2020 74,132 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

Pass 23 Aug 2019 70,767 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 67,912 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 64,862 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 58,810 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 53,699 miles

both front tyres worn bald on inner edges

Fail 27 Aug 2014 47,872 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 47,872 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 43,110 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 34,258 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 30,559 miles

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)

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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EV04 WAR is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 EV04 WAR, 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 17 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 EV04 WAR registered?

EV04 WAR is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is EV04 WAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV04 WAR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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