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T983 SHU

1999 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,387 mi
Last recorded48,387 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2010
Typical for 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer71,413 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT983 SHU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2010 48,387 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 44,085 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 40,030 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 40,030 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 36,171 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 35,382 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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T983 SHU is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T983 SHU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T983 SHU registered?

T983 SHU is a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T983 SHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for T983 SHU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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