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GY03 BAD

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

60,414 mi
Last recorded60,414 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY03 BAD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 60,414 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 59,886 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 57,429 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 57,096 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 57,064 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 56,669 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 54,968 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 54,968 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 54,295 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 52,391 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 45,506 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

coolant leak

Pass 4 Feb 2012 44,503 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 41,616 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 34,649 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 31,638 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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GY03 BAD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GY03 BAD, 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 GY03 BAD registered?

GY03 BAD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 7 April 2003.

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The MOT history for GY03 BAD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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