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PG53 RCX

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,885 mi
Last recorded75,885 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG53 RCX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2022 75,885 miles

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

underseal whole car

Pass 4 Oct 2019 71,902 miles

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

under vehicle undersealed

Pass 9 Oct 2018 68,729 miles

underside of vehicle and all brake pipes have been corrosion treated

Fail 9 Oct 2018 68,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

underside of vehicle and all brake pipes have been corrosion treated

Pass 9 Nov 2017 65,776 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 59,784 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 59,779 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 55,369 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 51,142 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 47,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Oct 2012 42,353 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 38,675 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2010 34,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 34,736 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 30,822 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,652 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 20,725 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 11,564 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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PG53 RCX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PG53 RCX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PG53 RCX?

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What year was PG53 RCX registered?

PG53 RCX is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is PG53 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for PG53 RCX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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