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PL51 NLC

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

43,475 mi
Last recorded43,475 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL51 NLC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 43,475 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 42,480 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2011

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

Pass 3 Jun 2010 37,693 miles

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

Fail 25 May 2010 37,646 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

bolt missing from rear diff cradle

engine management light on

Pass 23 May 2009 34,597 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 30,841 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 29,813 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 27,908 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 20,980 miles

o/s/f tyre tread low. Cut on inner wall no ply or thread showing

slight play in n/s/r and o/s/r tie bar bushes at chassis

Fail 20 Jul 2005 20,980 miles

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

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

o/s/f tyre tread low. Cut on inner wall no ply or thread showing

slight play in n/s/r and o/s/r tie bar bushes at chassis

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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PL51 NLC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 PL51 NLC, 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 PL51 NLC?

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What year was PL51 NLC registered?

PL51 NLC is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is PL51 NLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL51 NLC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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