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HX07 XSP

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,335 mi
Last recorded68,335 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX07 XSP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 68,335 miles

Oil leak

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 61,192 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2013 54,447 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 49,811 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 49,811 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 42,800 miles

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

offside rear tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 3 Jul 2010 29,671 miles

lots of handbrake travel

offside front tyre close to legal limit

offside wiper split at ends

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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HX07 XSP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 99,179 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 HX07 XSP, 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 29 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 HX07 XSP registered?

HX07 XSP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is HX07 XSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX07 XSP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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