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FG59 XDU

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

186,304 mi
Last recorded186,304 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2024
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG59 XDU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2024 186,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2023 182,257 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 176,752 miles

chassis corroded and suspension but heavily under sealed

rear suspension bushes deteriorated

Pass 19 Oct 2021 171,191 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 160,135 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 153,901 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2019 140,069 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 123,152 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 104,602 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 20 Jan 2017 104,602 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Jan 2016 86,444 miles

front subframe corroded

rear subframe corroded

Fail 12 Jan 2016 86,444 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front subframe corroded

rear subframe corroded

Pass 14 Jan 2015 70,919 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

front subframe corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2014 55,399 miles

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

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

front brake discs scored inside edge

nsr brake binding slightly

slight play in osf inner steering arm but not excessive time of test

slight under vehicle corrosion

Fail 14 Jan 2014 55,251 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

front brake discs scored inside edge

nsr brake binding slightly

slight play in osf inner steering arm but not excessive time of test

slight under vehicle corrosion

Pass 5 Jan 2013 44,660 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2013 44,660 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 34,662 miles

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

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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FG59 XDU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 FG59 XDU, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FG59 XDU registered?

FG59 XDU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 October 2009.

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