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P215 SWC

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,279 mi
Last recorded127,279 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP215 SWC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 127,279 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill/floor pan corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 126,579 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both near tank ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced surface corrosion to floor pans and inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn diff mount bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

plastic outer sill covers fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2024 125,696 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Drive belt worn, but not excessively Engine bay (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear Differential Diff Support Mount Arm Bushing cracking and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Rear Differential Diff Support Mount Arm Bushing cracking and perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2023 125,695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 125,352 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

gearbox noisy

Pass 24 Nov 2021 124,287 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty all round (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface very badly corroded, just passed brake test (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface very badly corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

brake fluid looks funny colour

rear discs appear to be fitted incorrectly, (rotational)

Fail 24 Nov 2021 124,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led bulb fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rusty all round (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface very badly corroded, just passed brake test (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface very badly corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

brake fluid looks funny colour

rear discs appear to be fitted incorrectly, (rotational)

Pass 9 Sep 2017 124,286 miles

front brake discs slightly pitted on inner surfaces

Pass 12 Sep 2016 122,826 miles

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

front brake discs slightly pitted on inner surfaces

rear fuel pipe slightly corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2014 116,090 miles

brake fluid level low

o/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

slight coolant leak

slight oil leak from rear diff,

Fail 27 Sep 2014 116,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

brake fluid level low

o/s/front tyre worn on inner edge

slight coolant leak

slight oil leak from rear diff,

Pass 21 Sep 2013 106,118 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/front tyre worn inner edge

slight engine & rear diff, oil leaks

Pass 29 Sep 2012 96,830 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 88,296 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 85,758 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 78,512 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 73,175 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 117,776 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 SWC is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 101,208 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 SWC, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P215 SWC registered?

P215 SWC is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 1996.

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The MOT history for P215 SWC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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