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SC56 VFJ

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

92,553 mi
Last recorded92,553 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC56 VFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 92,553 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills and inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 86,398 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive innersills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 80,919 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 76,011 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 71,279 miles

Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 66,654 miles

Oil leak

Fail 21 Nov 2014 66,654 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Feb 2014 60,457 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 52,687 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 46,372 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 36,875 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 28,118 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 6 Feb 2010 28,118 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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SC56 VFJ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 SC56 VFJ, 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

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What year was SC56 VFJ registered?

SC56 VFJ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 January 2007.

Is SC56 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC56 VFJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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