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SO51 BBO

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,468 mi
Last recorded58,468 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO51 BBO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 58,468 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 58,406 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 58,239 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 58,105 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 57,756 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 57,443 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 57,028 miles

Slight play n/s front track rod end

Pass 1 Nov 2018 56,603 miles

slight corrosion on all brake pipes

slight movement in o/s track rod end

Pass 10 Nov 2017 56,045 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 55,228 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 54,536 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 52,762 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 50,747 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,640 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 46,169 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 40,286 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 32,101 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 23,394 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Dec 2007 14,411 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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SO51 BBO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SO51 BBO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO51 BBO registered?

SO51 BBO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is SO51 BBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO51 BBO shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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