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MC51 ONF

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,006 mi
Last recorded73,006 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC51 ONF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 73,006 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 71,569 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 70,638 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 70,578 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 70,575 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Hid headlamp bulbs fitted to halogen headlamps (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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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MC51 ONF is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 MC51 ONF, 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 25 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 MC51 ONF registered?

MC51 ONF is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is MC51 ONF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC51 ONF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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