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M230 EDF

1994 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

125,223 mi
Last recorded125,223 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2008
Typical for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer84,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM230 EDF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2008 125,223 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2008 125,223 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 107,881 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 107,871 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 107,871 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 92,922 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 92,922 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

covers over outer sills

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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M230 EDF is a 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 84,040 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M230 EDF, 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 32 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M230 EDF registered?

M230 EDF is a 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M230 EDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M230 EDF shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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