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NL51 EFB

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

5,202 mi
Last recorded5,202 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL51 EFB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2019 5,202 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2019 5,201 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2015 5,187 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 4,844 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 4,402 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 3,576 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 3,576 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 2,976 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 2,745 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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NL51 EFB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 NL51 EFB, 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 24 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 NL51 EFB registered?

NL51 EFB is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 14 January 2002.

Is NL51 EFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL51 EFB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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