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P486 TMX

1999 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,910 mi
Last recorded67,910 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2012
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer71,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP486 TMX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2012 67,910 miles

both front tyres worn on edges close to limit

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

nails x 2 in n/s/r tyre

outer sills covered by plastic trims not allowing full inspection

rear anti roll bar bushes worn

surface corrosion to front and rear brake discs

surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

Fail 12 Dec 2012 67,910 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

both front tyres worn on edges close to limit

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

nails x 2 in n/s/r tyre

outer sills covered by plastic trims not allowing full inspection

rear anti roll bar bushes worn

surface corrosion to front and rear brake discs

surface corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 9 Jun 2011 67,898 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 67,079 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 64,580 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 64,574 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2007 61,479 miles

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

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

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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P486 TMX is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,413 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 P486 TMX, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P486 TMX registered?

P486 TMX is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 November 1999.

Is P486 TMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P486 TMX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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