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P340 BNW

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,795 mi
Last recorded135,795 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP340 BNW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 135,795 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 135,544 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 134,896 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 134,372 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 133,015 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 129,651 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2020 128,772 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 127,574 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 May 2016 124,427 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear inner anti roll bar D bushes worn

nearside front tyre worn on inner tread

offside front tyre worn on inner tread

Fail 23 May 2016 124,427 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear inner anti roll bar D bushes worn

nearside front tyre worn on inner tread

offside front tyre worn on inner tread

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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P340 BNW is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P340 BNW, 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 P340 BNW registered?

P340 BNW is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P340 BNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P340 BNW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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