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P713 JMS

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,917 mi
Last recorded85,917 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP713 JMS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 85,917 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 85,856 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 85,012 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 85,012 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 82,574 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Jul 2009 77,366 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 43,633 miles

airbag warning light stayin on

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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P713 JMS is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P713 JMS, 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 P713 JMS registered?

P713 JMS is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P713 JMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P713 JMS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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