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RX56 BTZ

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,648 mi
Last recorded63,648 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX56 BTZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 63,648 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 63,550 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 59,514 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 56,698 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 56,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 56,069 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Jan 2013 52,795 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2013 52,795 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 47,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

high parking brake travel

n/s/f brake disc worn

o/s/f brake disc worn

Fail 24 Jan 2012 47,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

high parking brake travel

n/s/f brake disc worn

o/s/f brake disc worn

Pass 18 Jan 2011 38,846 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2010 34,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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RX56 BTZ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 58,831 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 RX56 BTZ, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX56 BTZ?

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What year was RX56 BTZ registered?

RX56 BTZ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 3 January 2007.

Is RX56 BTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX56 BTZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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