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NU09 MTY

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

159,736 mi
Last recorded159,736 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU09 MTY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 159,736 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 151,644 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 151,644 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2024 143,605 miles
Fail 14 May 2024 143,596 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded/holed at inlet (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens cracked (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 132,187 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2023 132,187 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 120,317 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various pipes in general (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 112,500 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 112,500 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlight aim has poor pattern

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 107,796 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 90,797 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded All brake pipe ends slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2017 82,546 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 73,422 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2015 65,654 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 54,939 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres low

Pass 29 Apr 2013 45,082 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Apr 2012 35,094 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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NU09 MTY is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 NU09 MTY, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NU09 MTY registered?

NU09 MTY is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 May 2009.

Is NU09 MTY safe to buy?

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