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R180 PDL

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

69,721 mi
Last recorded69,721 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR180 PDL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 69,721 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2026 69,711 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 69,220 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 69,040 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 69,040 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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R180 PDL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R180 PDL, 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 R180 PDL registered?

R180 PDL is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R180 PDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R180 PDL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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