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G185 GVN

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

Maroon Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

153,353 mi
Last recorded153,353 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2006
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG185 GVN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2006 153,353 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 153,353 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Aug 2005 145,295 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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G185 GVN is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in Maroon with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 99,179 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G185 GVN, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G185 GVN registered?

G185 GVN is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is G185 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G185 GVN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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