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R491 OUS

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,504 mi
Last recorded125,504 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR491 OUS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 125,504 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 125,120 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 124,780 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 123,951 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 123,778 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 123,474 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 123,078 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust slightly corroded and leaking

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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R491 OUS is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R491 OUS, 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 R491 OUS registered?

R491 OUS is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R491 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R491 OUS shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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