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SP54 AEZ

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

65,241 mi
Last recorded65,241 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP54 AEZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 65,241 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 65,221 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 65,149 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 65,044 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 64,509 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 59,621 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 54,052 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 45,131 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 45,129 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 44,963 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 40,978 miles

all brake discs corroded & pitted

offside rear inner brake pad apears low

Fail 23 Jun 2010 40,974 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

all brake discs corroded & pitted

offside rear inner brake pad apears low

Pass 1 Oct 2009 35,937 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s chassis leg has damage

o/s/f tyre bald on inside edge

Fail 3 Oct 2008 27,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 27,595 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 21,303 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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SP54 AEZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SP54 AEZ, 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 SP54 AEZ registered?

SP54 AEZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is SP54 AEZ safe to buy?

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