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R826 PEO

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,107 mi
Last recorded48,107 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR826 PEO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2026 48,107 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 47,692 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 47,243 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 46,200 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 44,878 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 43,090 miles

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

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

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

slight play in front suspension/steering, (mainly nearside steering rack/arm)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 39,715 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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R826 PEO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R826 PEO, 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

How do I check the history of R826 PEO?

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What year was R826 PEO registered?

R826 PEO is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R826 PEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R826 PEO shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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