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P885 OKP

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2014
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

178,585 mi
Last recorded178,585 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP885 OKP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2013 178,585 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 172,080 miles

slight wheel wobble

Pass 16 Dec 2011 163,245 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 146,021 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 136,286 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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P885 OKP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P885 OKP, 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.

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What year was P885 OKP registered?

P885 OKP is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P885 OKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P885 OKP shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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