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R597 AKR

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

85,011 mi
Last recorded85,011 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR597 AKR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2015 85,011 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 82,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Sep 2014 82,685 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 77,847 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 74,097 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 71,352 miles

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

Front and rear brake disc's scored

Pass 16 Sep 2010 68,522 miles

park brake travel long

rear discs worn heavily replacement recommended

Pass 29 Sep 2009

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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R597 AKR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R597 AKR, 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 R597 AKR registered?

R597 AKR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R597 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R597 AKR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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