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MUI 9063

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1836cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

31,855 mi
Last recorded31,855 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUI 9063
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,836cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 31,855 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front seats are fixed but fit for purpose

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner well (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Undertrays fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2018 31,855 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions all 4 (5.2.3 (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front seats are fixed but fit for purpose

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner well (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Undertrays fitted

Pass 8 Jun 2017 31,775 miles

under guards fitted restricting inspection

Fail 7 Jun 2017 31,775 miles

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

under guards fitted restricting inspection

Pass 30 May 2016 31,182 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

seats in fixed position but fit for purpose

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 May 2015 30,783 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2015 30,773 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Seats fitted in fixed position but fit for purpose

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 30,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 30,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 29,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 2 Aug 2008 29,557 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 7 Feb 2007 28,940 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 5 Feb 2007 28,940 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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MUI 9063 is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,836cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 99,179 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 MUI 9063, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MUI 9063 registered?

MUI 9063 is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 19 June 1997.

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