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P224 AYG

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

138,425 mi
Last recorded138,425 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2011
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP224 AYG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2011 138,425 miles

excessive underseal throughout vehicle

Pass 6 Aug 2010 134,671 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 128,895 miles

Oil leak

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 122,339 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 118,069 miles

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

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

rear + front pads wearing low

wipers slightly worn

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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P224 AYG is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P224 AYG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P224 AYG registered?

P224 AYG is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 1996.

Is P224 AYG safe to buy?

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