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R509 JMV

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,247 mi
Last recorded82,247 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 JMV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 82,247 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 81,840 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 25 May 2017 80,435 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 80,141 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 79,827 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 79,392 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 2 May 2013 78,188 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 77,954 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 77,859 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 74,474 miles

play in rack

Fail 9 May 2009 74,469 miles

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

play in rack

Pass 22 May 2008 65,666 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 55,689 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 55,415 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)

Pass 4 May 2006 48,699 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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R509 JMV is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R509 JMV, 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.

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What year was R509 JMV registered?

R509 JMV is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R509 JMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 JMV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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