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R346 KVV

1997 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,113 mi
Last recorded160,113 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer99,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR346 KVV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 160,113 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 158,905 miles

UNDER FLOOR CORROSION

Pass 18 Mar 2024 159,204 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

major welding repairs carried out

Pass 1 Nov 2007 64,025 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2007 75,695 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

o/s/f brake back plate damaged

Pass 23 Oct 2006 64,014 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 63,633 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2005 52,565 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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R346 KVV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 99,179 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 R346 KVV, 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 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R346 KVV registered?

R346 KVV is a 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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