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H298 JOS

1991 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1468cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,106 mi
Last recorded112,106 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2005
Typical for 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer92,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH298 JOS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,468cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2005 112,106 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2005 112,106 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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H298 JOS is a 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,468cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 92,290 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 H298 JOS, 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 35 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H298 JOS registered?

H298 JOS is a 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 May 1991.

Is H298 JOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H298 JOS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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