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P542 DUD

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

118,044 mi
Last recorded118,044 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP542 DUD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 118,044 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2018 118,042 miles

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))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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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P542 DUD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 P542 DUD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P542 DUD registered?

P542 DUD is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P542 DUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P542 DUD shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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