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G852 SBW

1989 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,971 mi
Last recorded81,971 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2010
Typical for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer90,824 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG852 SBW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2010 81,971 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

o/s/f tyre is worn on the inner edge

o/s/f wing to sill is corroded & holed

o/s/r tyre is cracking

Pass 2 Mar 2009 81,232 miles

n/s/f tyre is on the wear bars

n/s/r & o/s/r brake pipes are corroded

n/s/r & o/s/r shockasober lower bushes are split

o/s/f tyre is worn on inner edge

o/s/r tyre is cracking

Pass 8 Feb 2008 79,889 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 79,883 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

both rear shockasorber lower bushes are split

o/s/f/ brake hose is cracking

o/s/r/ tyre is cracking

Pass 5 Mar 2007 75,668 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 78,658 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 77,082 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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G852 SBW is a 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G852 SBW, 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 G852 SBW registered?

G852 SBW is a 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 4 September 1989.

Is G852 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G852 SBW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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