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FN09 UJW

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,358 mi
Last recorded79,358 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN09 UJW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 79,358 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Underside corroded

Pass 27 Aug 2024 79,085 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 78,455 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 77,587 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2022 77,587 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2021 76,453 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

loads of surface corrosion under the vehicle

Fail 30 Jul 2021 76,453 miles

Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

loads of surface corrosion under the vehicle

Pass 27 Aug 2020 75,801 miles

general surface corrosion

surface corrosion on steering , suspension and brake components

Pass 21 Aug 2019 74,794 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 73,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lamp broken . Light not discoloured

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Feb 2019 73,896 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split and smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lamp broken . Light not discoloured

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 70,022 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 64,783 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 60,192 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 54,394 miles

Nearside front wiper blade split

Offside front wiper blade split

Pass 6 Mar 2014 48,712 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 40,616 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 31,115 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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FN09 UJW is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FN09 UJW, 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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FN09 UJW is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 March 2009.

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