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P846 FOD

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

113,521 mi
Last recorded113,521 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP846 FOD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 113,521 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated droplink (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2025 113,058 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material LIGHT CORROSION (1.1.11 (c))

SURFACE CORROSION TO FLOOR PAN, SILLS, SUBFRAMES, HBS, SUSPENSION ARMS, BACKING PLATES

Pass 23 Dec 2023 112,728 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL SUTRFACE CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL SURFACE CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2022 111,713 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2022 111,713 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 110,897 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 110,051 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 108,825 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 108,189 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 106,235 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 103,791 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 98,862 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 95,378 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 90,309 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 84,808 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 78,092 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 72,166 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 70,267 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 65,657 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 60,283 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 60,283 miles

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

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

Much serface corrosion to underside

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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P846 FOD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 P846 FOD, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P846 FOD registered?

P846 FOD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is P846 FOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P846 FOD shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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