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R243 KDS

1999 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2025
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,956 mi
Last recorded35,956 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2024
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer71,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR243 KDS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2024 35,956 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 35,738 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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R243 KDS is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,413 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 R243 KDS, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R243 KDS registered?

R243 KDS is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is R243 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R243 KDS shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R243 KDS have outstanding finance?

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