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SM54 AVG

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,708 mi
Last recorded52,708 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 AVG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2014 52,708 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded

rear chassis slightly corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2014 52,551 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 51,889 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 48,815 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 47,726 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2011 47,726 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2010 44,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 44,756 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 38,981 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 34,712 miles

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

both rear brake discs slightly worn & pitted

Fail 12 Aug 2008 34,621 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

both rear brake discs slightly worn & pitted

slight exhaust leak at cat rear mist joint

Pass 28 Aug 2007 26,960 miles

both front tyres wearing close to wear indicators

exhaust front pipe heat sheild loose & exhaust corroded at flange joints

offside rear brake disc slightly scored & pitted

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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SM54 AVG is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SM54 AVG, 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 SM54 AVG registered?

SM54 AVG is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is SM54 AVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM54 AVG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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