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RG03 FJE

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,132 mi
Last recorded122,132 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG03 FJE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 122,132 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 122,131 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor to strengthening section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 116,887 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security I/side inner sill and floor section corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear brake backplates rusted/missing

Fail 11 Mar 2021 116,887 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security I/side inner sill and floor section corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear brake backplates rusted/missing

Pass 7 Feb 2020 111,726 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 111,724 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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RG03 FJE is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RG03 FJE, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RG03 FJE registered?

RG03 FJE is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 January 2004.

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