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EX09 VBL

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

73,754 mi
Last recorded73,754 miles
Recorded on4 May 2019
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 VBL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2019 73,754 miles

nearside front door slightly damage

nearside front wing slightly damage

nearside rear wing slightly damage

Fail 4 May 2019 73,754 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

nearside front door slightly damage

nearside front wing slightly damage

nearside rear wing slightly damage

Pass 17 May 2018 68,023 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 17 May 2018 68,023 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2017 62,268 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 55,520 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 49,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Apr 2015 49,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2014 42,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2013 35,815 miles

o/s/f n/s/f plus n/s/r tyre side walls showing signs of perishing (strong advisory)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 28,235 miles

Nearside 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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EX09 VBL is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 EX09 VBL, 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.

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What year was EX09 VBL registered?

EX09 VBL is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is EX09 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 VBL shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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