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PIL 4016

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,223 mi
Last recorded135,223 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2023
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPIL 4016
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2023 135,223 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 135,022 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 134,547 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 134,547 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 134,398 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 134,128 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 133,859 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 133,572 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

damage to front bumper

no rear seats or belts fitted at time of test

Pass 24 Mar 2015 133,256 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

corrosion present in body and poor repairs present

corrosion to fuel pipes

Pass 15 May 2013 133,182 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

no rear seats fitted

Pass 11 May 2012 132,937 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

front number plate damaged

Pass 13 May 2011 132,500 miles

front number plate damaged but still legible

no rear seats fitted

Fail 26 Sep 2009 128,182 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 26 Sep 2009 128,182 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 126,411 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 122,260 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 112,889 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 112,676 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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PIL 4016 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 PIL 4016, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PIL 4016 registered?

PIL 4016 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 October 1998.

Is PIL 4016 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PIL 4016 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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