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JB03 EVO

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,964 mi
Last recorded55,964 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB03 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 55,964 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 55,634 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 55,130 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 14 Sep 2022 54,742 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 54,421 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Fail 25 Jun 2021 54,421 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under trays and covers fitted obscuring view of some components

Pass 29 Aug 2017 54,235 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

under trays and covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2015 52,409 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 43,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Sep 2012 39,840 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 36,106 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 31,485 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 25,917 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 19,778 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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JB03 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 JB03 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JB03 EVO registered?

JB03 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 4 September 2004.

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The MOT history for JB03 EVO shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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