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R759 AKR

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Yellow Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

60,406 mi
Last recorded60,406 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR759 AKR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 60,406 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 59,214 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 58,188 miles

rear fog lamp slightly discoloured

Pass 7 Jul 2017 57,790 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 57,230 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 56,387 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 53,989 miles

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 51,986 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 51,681 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 13 Sep 2012 44,557 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 44,342 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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R759 AKR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Yellow with a 1,998cc 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 R759 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R759 AKR registered?

R759 AKR is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R759 AKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R759 AKR 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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