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SF53 HZP

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

89,902 mi
Last recorded89,902 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 HZP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 89,902 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 89,812 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 89,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 May 2021 89,457 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 86,292 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 80,879 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 78,081 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 71,607 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 61,215 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 54,306 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 48,410 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 44,461 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 42,073 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 38,148 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 34,236 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,828 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,045 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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SF53 HZP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 SF53 HZP, 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 23 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 SF53 HZP registered?

SF53 HZP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is SF53 HZP safe to buy?

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