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GMC 8J

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,618 mi
Last recorded38,618 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMC 8J
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 38,618 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 38,045 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 37,617 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 37,610 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 37,219 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 36,265 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 34,663 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 33,649 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 32,484 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 31,350 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 30,242 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 28,662 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,804 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 25,891 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 25,885 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 24,342 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 24,336 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 22,885 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 21,757 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 16,441 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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GMC 8J is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GMC 8J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GMC 8J registered?

GMC 8J is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is GMC 8J safe to buy?

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