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P416 KEF

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,322 mi
Last recorded15,322 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP416 KEF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 15,322 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2026 15,322 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 15,246 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 4,940 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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P416 KEF is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P416 KEF, 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.

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What year was P416 KEF registered?

P416 KEF is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is P416 KEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P416 KEF shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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