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MA54 LRU

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

60,189 mi
Last recorded60,189 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA54 LRU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 60,189 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 60,035 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 59,871 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 59,490 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 59,204 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 58,764 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 58,344 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 58,134 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 57,788 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 55,013 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 49,632 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 44,968 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 39,939 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 37,145 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 36,243 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 36,243 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 35,838 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 30,485 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 30,484 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 21,916 miles

hand brake lever high

Pass 1 Nov 2007 17,869 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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MA54 LRU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 MA54 LRU, 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.

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What year was MA54 LRU registered?

MA54 LRU is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is MA54 LRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA54 LRU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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