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MU51 EYW

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests27 (16 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate59.3%

Mileage

148,835 mi
Last recorded148,835 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 EYW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 11 fail
Fail 13 May 2022 148,835 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s front inner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Central Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected amp wiring under bonnet (4.11 (a) (ii))

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

interior mirror missing

underbody corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2020 145,618 miles

EML light lit.

Long travel on park brake lever.

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 145,618 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill to floor. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

EML light lit.

Long travel on park brake lever.

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 141,178 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Under bonnet from battery. (4.11 (a) (i))

Front crossmember corroded.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2019 141,126 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Under bonnet from battery. (4.11 (a) (i))

Front crossmember corroded.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 138,290 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

surface rust on underside of vehicle also extensive welding repairs on underside

Fail 29 Oct 2018 138,290 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill x2 (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

surface rust on underside of vehicle also extensive welding repairs on underside

Pass 3 Nov 2017 134,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

surface rust on under side of vehicle

Fail 10 Oct 2017 134,703 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded x3 (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber (7.1.1)

Stop lamp not working high level light (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

surface rust on underside of vehicle

Pass 14 Oct 2016 129,946 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Rear axle mounting bushes spliting

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

under trays fitted

Fail 13 Oct 2016 129,945 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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)

Rear axle mounting bushes spliting

both rear tyres starting to wear on inner edges

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Oct 2015 126,117 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Slight damage to n/s front tyre wall

Pass 20 Oct 2014 122,457 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 117,225 miles

Advanced corrosion to rear chassis around subframe mountings

General corrosion to inner and outer sills, floor pans, front and rear chassis

General corrosion to rear brake hose ferules and tails

Rear brake pads wearing close to service limits

Some deterioration to rear suspension ball joint dust covers

Fail 18 Oct 2013 117,219 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Offside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Advanced corrosion to rear chassis around subframe mountings

General corrosion to inner and outer sills, floor pans, front and rear chassis

General corrosion to rear brake hose ferules and tails

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake pads wearing close to service limits

Some deterioration to rear suspension ball joint dust covers

Pass 18 Oct 2012 110,974 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

corroded blisters both rear main chassis members

front cross member heavily surface corroded

outer sills have plastic covers over them preventing full examination

sports exhaust system fitted

stone chips front screen

Fail 15 Oct 2012 110,974 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front discs worn

corroded blisters both rear main chassis members

front cross member heavily surface corroded

outer sills have plastic covers over them preventing full examination

sports exhaust system fitted

stone chips front screen

Pass 19 Oct 2011 102,110 miles

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

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

front cross member heavily surface corroded

front diacs started to wear

outer sills have plastic covers over them canot check outer sills

play in both inner rack joints

sports exhaust system fitted

stone chips front screen

Fail 19 Oct 2011 102,110 miles

Nearside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front cross member heavily surface corroded

front diacs started to wear

outer sills have plastic covers over them canot check outer sills

play in both inner rack joints

sports exhaust system fitted

stone chips front screen

Pass 14 Oct 2010 92,141 miles

both rear tyres wearing inner edge

outer sills have plastic covers over them canot check outer sills

some freeplay in both inner steering rack joints

sports exhaust system fitted

stone chips front screen

Fail 11 Oct 2010 92,141 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

outer sills have plastic covers over them canot check outer sills

both rear tyres wearing inner edge

some freeplay in both inner steering rack joints

sports exhaust system fitted

stone chips front screen

Pass 5 Oct 2009 84,179 miles

Corrosion to both front floor pans

Damage to o/s/f tyre wall

Front brake discs and pads wearing

Front tyres worn unevenly

Some freeplay in both inner steering rack joints

Some wear/ freeplay to n/s/r hub area

Sports exhaust fitted

Fail 2 Oct 2009 84,149 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Corrosion to both front floor pans

Damage to o/s/f tyre wall

Front brake discs and pads wearing

Front tyres worn unevenly

Some freeplay in both inner steering rack joints

Some wear/ freeplay to n/s/r hub area

Sports exhaust fitted

Pass 30 Sep 2008 69,383 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Q/S/R floor surface corroded

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

hand brake has alot free travel

outer sill have plastic cover over them can not check sill.

Pass 27 Sep 2007 55,925 miles

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

outer sill have plastic covers over them

parking brake just passed 17& needs to be looked at

Pass 7 Sep 2006 43,147 miles

all tyres worn close to limits

Pass 9 Sep 2005 29,831 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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MU51 EYW is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.3%.

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 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 MU51 EYW, 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.

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MU51 EYW is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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