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R543 EDB

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

98,856 mi
Last recorded98,856 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR543 EDB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2016 98,856 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S+O/S (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S+O/S calliper pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded N/S+O/S (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 93,465 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 87,131 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 80,999 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 77,454 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 69,641 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 62,805 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 55,135 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 55,135 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 53,584 miles

FRONT TYRES BOLD ON INNER EDGES

Pass 24 Feb 2006 52,268 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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R543 EDB is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R543 EDB, 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 R543 EDB registered?

R543 EDB is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R543 EDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R543 EDB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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