MOT Status
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246,618 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front slight play suspension area
front registration plate slightly damaged
radiator support member corroded
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
radiator support carrier corroded
radiator support corroded
bottom radiator panel corroded
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
RADIATOR SUPORT CORRODED
RADIATOR SUPPORT CORRODED
lower radiator panel corroded
How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?
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R831 VSM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,999cc 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 R831 VSM, 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 R831 VSM registered?
R831 VSM is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R831 VSM safe to buy?
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