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G5 CCC

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

118,279 mi
Last recorded118,279 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 CCC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 118,279 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 117,850 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 117,612 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 117,065 miles

N/S/R and O/S/R chassis corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 116,898 miles

n/s/r & o/s/r chassis slightly corroded.

Pass 19 Dec 2019 116,671 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 116,600 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 115,133 miles

rear of chassis corroded.

Pass 30 Apr 2014 114,422 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 113,188 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 109,171 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 109,171 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Fail 19 Jan 2012 109,077 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

slight play in nearside front wheel

Pass 21 Jan 2011 106,111 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 102,607 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 99,020 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 90,164 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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G5 CCC is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 G5 CCC, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G5 CCC registered?

G5 CCC is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 October 1998.

Is G5 CCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 CCC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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