CarVerify

Free Car Check

EY57 FOU

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

89,771 mi
Last recorded89,771 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY57 FOU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2018 89,771 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 89,751 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 82,434 miles

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Fail 9 Aug 2016 82,111 miles

Offside Front Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened shock absorber (2.4.C.3c)

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened shock absorber (2.4.C.3c)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 25 Aug 2015 74,063 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 74,060 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases REAR SILENCER JOINT (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 65,567 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 65,562 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 56,186 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 56,183 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 48,927 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 48,918 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 41,731 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 35,376 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
Full Mitsubishi Lancer reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EY57 FOU is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 58,831 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 EY57 FOU, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EY57 FOU?

You can check the full history of EY57 FOU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EY57 FOU registered?

EY57 FOU is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2007.

Is EY57 FOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY57 FOU shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EY57 FOU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EY57 FOU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.