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K79 KWX

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,435 mi
Last recorded110,435 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK79 KWX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 110,435 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 110,008 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 109,518 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 108,898 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 107,845 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 106,745 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 106,171 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 105,640 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 105,355 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 104,842 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 104,561 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 104,561 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 104,148 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 103,625 miles

Slight bind on nearside rear brakes.

Pass 30 Jun 2012 103,427 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 103,111 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 102,559 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 101,803 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 101,435 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 100,661 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 100,659 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 99,280 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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K79 KWX is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 K79 KWX, 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 28 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 K79 KWX registered?

K79 KWX is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 July 1998.

Is K79 KWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K79 KWX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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