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PL54 CXV

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

87,479 mi
Last recorded87,479 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL54 CXV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 87,479 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2026 87,465 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 82,997 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 82,873 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (front/rear) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under surface of vehicle corrode and rusted not currently affecting strength or steering

Pass 18 Oct 2023 80,379 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2023 80,337 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 77,828 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 77,728 miles

Brake performance not tested due to condition of pipes (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 74,429 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 71,703 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 69,466 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 69,464 miles

Brake performance not tested play in steering components and decelerometer test required (1.2.1 (g))

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 66,858 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 63,294 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 59,524 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,522 miles

engine warning lamp on

Pass 3 Oct 2014 52,503 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 45,958 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 41,545 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 37,335 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 32,985 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 30,498 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 27,475 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 23,508 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 23,427 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)

(2.4.3)nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms bushes minor play present

(8.2.2)minor deterioration to the offside blade

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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PL54 CXV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 PL54 CXV, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL54 CXV registered?

PL54 CXV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 2004.

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The MOT history for PL54 CXV shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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