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H12 LCK

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

128,155 mi
Last recorded128,155 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH12 LCK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 128,155 miles

Underbody covered in underseal

Pass 7 Jul 2021 126,774 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 7 Dec 2019 126,230 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2017 126,206 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 after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross member below radiator (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Onto hose (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded Onto hose (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 125,239 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 125,238 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion every where all over (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded inner (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded inner (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Jan 2015 123,309 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

o/s/r and n/s/r sills soft to the touch

Pass 23 Jul 2013 119,382 miles

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

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

advise new rear number plate

Pass 3 Aug 2012 112,379 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 96,783 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 80,470 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 76,636 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 63,679 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 61,339 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 51,271 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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H12 LCK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 H12 LCK, 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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H12 LCK is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 October 2003.

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