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GM03 EDC

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

104,476 mi
Last recorded104,476 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 EDC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2021 104,476 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides front and rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

high level brake light not working

slight deterioation to rear number plate

Fail 23 Mar 2021 104,475 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

high level brake light not working

slight damage to rear number plate

Pass 31 Oct 2018 103,930 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 103,397 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 May 2016 102,975 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 102,975 miles

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)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 97,002 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 90,878 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 90,878 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 86,754 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

body damage offside wing area

slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Fail 8 Apr 2013 86,754 miles

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)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

body damage offside wing area

slight play nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 27 Mar 2012 76,939 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 71,674 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 71,674 miles

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)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 64,331 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 56,000 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 51,115 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 38,191 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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GM03 EDC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GM03 EDC, 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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GM03 EDC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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