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R500 SEG

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

66,393 mi
Last recorded66,393 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR500 SEG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 66,393 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 64,696 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 63,219 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 61,869 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 60,999 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 60,289 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 58,690 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 56,446 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 54,180 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 52,095 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 49,897 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 47,063 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 44,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Aug 2013 44,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 41,092 miles

front and rear pads getting low

Pass 27 Aug 2011 36,754 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 33,684 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 31,054 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

vehicle is fitted with lower engine trays

Pass 26 Aug 2008 28,523 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 25,761 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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R500 SEG is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 R500 SEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R500 SEG registered?

R500 SEG is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is R500 SEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R500 SEG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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