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P581 DFR

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

126,687 mi
Last recorded126,687 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP581 DFR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 126,687 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 125,639 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 124,596 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 124,558 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 124,133 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 123,156 miles

Oil leak

japanes inport no cat test

Pass 19 Dec 2012 119,566 miles

Oil leak

vehicle japanese import...non cat test carried out.

Fail 18 Dec 2012 119,564 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

vehicle japanese import...non cat test carried out.

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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P581 DFR is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 P581 DFR, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P581 DFR registered?

P581 DFR is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 October 2004.

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The MOT history for P581 DFR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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