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R461 KAW

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,616 mi
Last recorded73,616 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 KAW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 73,616 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 73,399 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 73,003 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 72,012 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 71,337 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2019 71,337 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 69,987 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 68,495 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 64,310 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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R461 KAW is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R461 KAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R461 KAW registered?

R461 KAW is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is R461 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 KAW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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