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M181 VDO

1995 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,897 mi
Last recorded159,897 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer89,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM181 VDO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1995
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2025 159,897 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2023 159,883 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 159,738 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 159,423 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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M181 VDO is a 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 89,845 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 M181 VDO, 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 31 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 M181 VDO registered?

M181 VDO is a 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is M181 VDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M181 VDO shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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