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MVS 66P

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,838 mi
Last recorded67,838 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVS 66P
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2014 67,838 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 64,233 miles

Plastic sill covers fitted

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Rear wheel bearings not checked due to 4wd system

Slight play in N/S/R lower lateral arm, inner bush

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 22 Jul 2013 64,229 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Rear wheel bearings not checked due to 4wd system

Slight play in N/S/R lower lateral arm, inner bush

Pass 27 Jul 2012 60,237 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 54,653 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 48,997 miles

slight corrosion to both sills

slight corrosion to front and rear suspension

Pass 3 Aug 2009 41,936 miles

FRONT NO PLATE CABLE TIED ON

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON BOTH EDGES

BOTH REAR ARMS / FRONT BUSHES SLIGHT FLEXING / TWISTING

BOTH REAR TYRES WEARING VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS / ADVISE TO REPLACE A.S.A.P.235 / 45 / 17 Y

BRAIDED BRAKE HOSES FITTED ALL ROUND

REAR FOG LIGHT WIRE HANGING DOWN LOW ON EXHAUST ADVISE TO REPOSITION / SECURE

Pass 29 Jul 2008 34,675 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 28,058 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 16,780 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 16,780 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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MVS 66P is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 MVS 66P, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MVS 66P?

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What year was MVS 66P registered?

MVS 66P is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 4 July 2003.

Is MVS 66P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MVS 66P shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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