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G8 FMD

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,414 mi
Last recorded65,414 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG8 FMD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 65,414 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 62,221 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 54,279 miles

condensation in o/s headlamp

Pass 14 Sep 2022 47,788 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 47,080 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 46,383 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 46,277 miles

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

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

Rear propshaft center bearing gaitor split

oil cooler pipe corroded x1

Pass 15 Jul 2017 46,248 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 46,204 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 46,164 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 46,091 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 45,177 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 45,017 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 44,987 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 44,772 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 44,645 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 42,421 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 37,893 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 32,305 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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G8 FMD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 G8 FMD, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G8 FMD registered?

G8 FMD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 August 2003.

Is G8 FMD safe to buy?

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