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HF04 VZL

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

56,387 mi
Last recorded56,387 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 VZL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 56,387 miles

chip in windscreen

corrosion in various places

Fail 20 Apr 2026 56,387 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

chip in windscreen

corrosion in various places

Pass 7 Apr 2025 56,325 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion in various places

Fail 28 Mar 2025 56,325 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle and suspension components have age related corrosion and deterioration.

Pass 2 Apr 2024 55,808 miles

corrosion in various places

oil leak

Fail 27 Mar 2024 55,808 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

corrosion in various places

oil leak

Pass 14 Mar 2023 54,326 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2023 54,326 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Road wheel more than one fixing missing One on each wheel. (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 53,736 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 52,663 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 51,512 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 48,826 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 48,717 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

exhaust joint corodded

surface corosion on front discs

Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,381 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 44,461 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 44,461 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2012 42,936 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 42,911 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2011 41,012 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 38,405 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 34,612 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 34,596 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 May 2008 29,958 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 26,779 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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HF04 VZL is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 HF04 VZL, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF04 VZL registered?

HF04 VZL is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 11 March 2004.

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