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HG53 WPU

2003 Mitsubishi Outlander

Black Petrol 2378cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,939 mi
Last recorded106,939 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander68,619 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG53 WPU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelOutlander
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,378cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2017 106,939 miles

General underbody corrosion

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Various suspension rubbers/gaitors perishing

Fail 9 Jan 2017 106,939 miles

General underbody corrosion

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Various suspension rubbers/gaitors perishing

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 106,431 miles

Both rear wheel rim balance weights catching body work.

Nearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 99,832 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 99,724 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear differential mounting rubbers excessivley worn resulting in excessive movement but still held in popsition

Fail 28 Jun 2013 92,548 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front exhaust heat shield broken/loose

Pass 28 Jun 2013 92,548 miles

front exhaust heat shield broken/loose

Pass 28 Jun 2012 81,114 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 70,291 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 61,813 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

engine check ligth on

Fail 11 Jun 2010 61,796 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

engine check ligth on

Pass 24 Jun 2009 51,354 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 51,354 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2008 34,662 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 27,433 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 726,436 MOT tests across 75,074 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,010
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
75,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,278
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,050
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,007
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,610
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HG53 WPU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander in Black with a 2,378cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 68,619 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 Outlander fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HG53 WPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Outlander typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Outlander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HG53 WPU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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