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MF54 XVE

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

68,972 mi
Last recorded68,972 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF54 XVE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 68,972 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 67,691 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2025 67,691 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 66,092 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2023 63,977 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 62,762 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 60,712 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 59,832 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 59,832 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 59,257 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 58,634 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 58,634 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2017 57,496 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 56,896 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 56,896 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 55,801 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 55,801 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 48,839 miles

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 48,376 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 37,742 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 30,547 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 23,514 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,361 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2008 17,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 13,064 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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MF54 XVE is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 MF54 XVE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MF54 XVE registered?

MF54 XVE is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is MF54 XVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF54 XVE shows 25 tests with a 72% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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