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R254 BBK

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,068 mi
Last recorded94,068 miles
Recorded on26 May 2015
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 BBK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2015 94,068 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 94,068 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Pass 31 Dec 2013 48,555 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2013 48,533 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Unable to carry out Decelerometer brake test. Incorrect tyre fitted osr

Pass 1 Oct 2010 47,119 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 46,130 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 39,107 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2008 39,107 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 May 2007 34,811 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 32,127 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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R254 BBK is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R254 BBK, 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 R254 BBK registered?

R254 BBK is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is R254 BBK safe to buy?

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