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G5 RVX

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

79,273 mi
Last recorded79,273 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 RVX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 79,273 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 78,950 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 78,668 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 78,565 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 77,938 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 RVX is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RVX, 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 RVX registered?

G5 RVX is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is G5 RVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 RVX shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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