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T253 TSG

1999 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,242 mi
Last recorded40,242 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer71,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT253 TSG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 40,242 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 39,674 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 39,216 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2021 37,885 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minimum corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 37,234 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 36,580 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 35,943 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 3 Jun 2016 33,875 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 33,875 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 32,031 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 27,853 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 26,592 miles

Exhaust fouling propshaft

Pass 19 Oct 2009 24,710 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 23,733 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 22,604 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 20,733 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2005 18,435 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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T253 TSG is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 71,413 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 T253 TSG, 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 27 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T253 TSG registered?

T253 TSG is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T253 TSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T253 TSG shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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