CarVerify

Free Car Check

G355 VMO

1989 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1468cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

114,398 mi
Last recorded114,398 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2010
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer90,824 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG355 VMO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2010 114,398 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Oil leak

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

advise near side rear indicator lens damaged

both outer sills plastic skirts fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2009 102,301 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

both front antiroll bar rubber bushes poor condition

o/s rear end cap sill poor condition

Fail 17 Sep 2009 101,839 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

nearside offside plastic side skirts fitted

nearside rear lamp has damage

rear of car has slight damage

Pass 27 Sep 2008 92,570 miles

N/S/R Indicater lens broken

Pass 6 Aug 2007 92,003 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 92,003 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

N/S/R indicater lens broken not showing white to rear

Pass 9 Aug 2006 91,254 miles

n/s/r indicater lens broken

rear no plate poor

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
Full Mitsubishi Lancer reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G355 VMO is a 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 90,824 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 G355 VMO, 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 37 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G355 VMO?

You can check the full history of G355 VMO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G355 VMO registered?

G355 VMO is a 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is G355 VMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G355 VMO shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G355 VMO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G355 VMO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.