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SGZ 4538

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,147 mi
Last recorded71,147 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGZ 4538
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2020 71,147 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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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SGZ 4538 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 SGZ 4538, 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 28 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 SGZ 4538 registered?

SGZ 4538 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 February 1998.

Is SGZ 4538 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SGZ 4538 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SGZ 4538 have outstanding finance?

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