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F7 RAL

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,711 mi
Last recorded167,711 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF7 RAL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 167,711 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 164,875 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 159,348 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 155,914 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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F7 RAL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 F7 RAL, 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 28 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 F7 RAL registered?

F7 RAL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is F7 RAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F7 RAL shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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