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RD02 FVX

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,895 mi
Last recorded38,895 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRD02 FVX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2012 38,895 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 36,523 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 33,569 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 30,584 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 30,486 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2007 27,444 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 25,065 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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RD02 FVX is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 RD02 FVX, 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 24 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 RD02 FVX registered?

RD02 FVX is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is RD02 FVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RD02 FVX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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