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P312 UEW

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,923 mi
Last recorded22,923 miles
Recorded on3 May 2011
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP312 UEW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2011 22,923 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear brake pads worn thin

Fail 3 Nov 2010 22,498 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

I suspect that the front shock absorbers are no longer damping as they should, however due to the nature of coilovers being very stiff i cannot test them to the extent that i would normally. therefore the benifit of the dought has to be given.

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

Fail 30 Nov 2009 12,662 miles

Nearside and offside front coil springs not adjusted evenly

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 30 Nov 2009 12,662 miles

Nearside and offside front coil springs not adjusted evenly

Offside rear brake pads wearing thin

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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P312 UEW is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P312 UEW, 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 P312 UEW registered?

P312 UEW is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is P312 UEW safe to buy?

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