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P440 RBK

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,649 mi
Last recorded145,649 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP440 RBK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2026 145,649 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Less than 30 cm away from the top strut mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor. ( less than 30 cm away from brakes/suspension) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded By the fuel tank. ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 141,386 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 141,330 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 121,076 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 112,247 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 112,163 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 112,011 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 112,011 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 111,825 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 106,089 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 100,975 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 100,975 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 100,455 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 100,903 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 95,118 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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P440 RBK is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P440 RBK, 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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P440 RBK is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 1996.

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