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P215 FTA

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

89,279 mi
Last recorded89,279 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 FTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2015 89,279 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 85,186 miles

All brake discs poor/corroded faces.

Centre brake lamp inoperative.

Slight weep of power steering fluid from supply hose to rack.

Pass 9 May 2008 76,009 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 76,002 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 75,656 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 72,343 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 69,964 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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P215 FTA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P215 FTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P215 FTA registered?

P215 FTA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P215 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P215 FTA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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