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R30 DEX

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

44,969 mi
Last recorded44,969 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2009
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR30 DEX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2009 44,969 miles

slight play in front anti roll bar links and 'd' bushes

Pass 20 Mar 2008 40,710 miles

front pipe heat shield insicure

Fail 20 Mar 2008 40,710 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front pipe heat shield insicure

Pass 28 Mar 2007 36,429 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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R30 DEX is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R30 DEX, 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 R30 DEX registered?

R30 DEX is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 June 2004.

Is R30 DEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R30 DEX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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