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JB02 EVO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,262 mi
Last recorded55,262 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB02 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2024 55,262 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front tyre over 10 years old

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

front bumper missing

Pass 8 Dec 2015 54,105 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2015 54,105 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 51,525 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 49,473 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2012 45,485 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 38,268 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 34,170 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 30,595 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 42,914 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 42,446 miles

opaque film fitted to windows behind A post

Pass 26 Oct 2006 38,688 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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JB02 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JB02 EVO, 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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What year was JB02 EVO registered?

JB02 EVO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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