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P832 GPF

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

124,954 mi
Last recorded124,954 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP832 GPF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 124,954 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 115,824 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2023 113,054 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 113,052 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 110,009 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2022 110,003 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Apr 2021 108,597 miles

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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P832 GPF is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P832 GPF, 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 P832 GPF registered?

P832 GPF is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P832 GPF 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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