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G78 EFR

1989 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

171,719 mi
Last recorded171,719 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2013
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer90,824 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG78 EFR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2013 171,719 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 166,059 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 166,059 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 161,879 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 154,169 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 147,696 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2007 140,787 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F FLEXABLE BRAKE HOSES STARTING TO DETERIOATE

Pass 8 Aug 2006 133,516 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

FRONT CROSS MEMBER STARTING TO CORRODE KEEP A CHECK

O/S/F TYRE STARTIMG TO PERISH ON INSIDE SIDE WALL KEEP A CHECK.

Pass 10 Aug 2005 126,820 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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G78 EFR is a 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 G78 EFR, 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.

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What year was G78 EFR registered?

G78 EFR is a 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 September 1989.

Is G78 EFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G78 EFR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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