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F79 OEU

1988 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,601 mi
Last recorded106,601 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
Typical for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer88,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF79 OEU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 May 2008 106,601 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 104,053 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 99,380 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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F79 OEU is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F79 OEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F79 OEU registered?

F79 OEU is a 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 August 1988.

Is F79 OEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F79 OEU shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F79 OEU have outstanding finance?

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