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P812 CCW

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,797 mi
Last recorded78,797 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP812 CCW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2009 78,797 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 75,313 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2007 75,279 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2006 65,420 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 65,420 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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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P812 CCW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P812 CCW, 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 P812 CCW registered?

P812 CCW is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P812 CCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P812 CCW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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