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F617 TFX

1988 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

109,682 mi
Last recorded109,682 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer88,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF617 TFX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 109,682 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 109,668 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 109,550 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 109,091 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2014 109,091 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 108,302 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 108,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 107,129 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 105,652 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 104,654 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 102,860 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2009 102,860 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 101,472 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 99,378 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 99,378 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2006 97,325 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 95,047 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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F617 TFX is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 88,696 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 F617 TFX, 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 38 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F617 TFX registered?

F617 TFX is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 August 1988.

Is F617 TFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F617 TFX shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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