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FB03 EPF

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

96,540 mi
Last recorded96,540 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB03 EPF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2021 96,540 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Jun 2021 96,538 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested due to major blow and fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition non standard exhaust system fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch front section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch front section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jul 2016 88,495 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 76,507 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 71,135 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 63,064 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 52,517 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 49,222 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

squeal from front brakes

Pass 9 Jul 2010 45,267 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 39,428 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 33,704 miles

new exhaust fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2007 25,050 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 12 Jul 2006 13,465 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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FB03 EPF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 FB03 EPF, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FB03 EPF registered?

FB03 EPF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 May 2003.

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