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UJA 301

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,819 mi
Last recorded58,819 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJA 301
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2020 58,819 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of underside has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2020 58,796 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted kinked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various parts of underside has surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 58,704 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2019 58,671 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced in inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced in inner wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, inner sill/ floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, inner sill/ floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 54,637 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 53,293 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 53,011 miles

rear tyres beginning to perish

Pass 6 Mar 2014 52,081 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 51,836 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 51,479 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 50,822 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Nov 2010 50,822 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 48,121 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 46,721 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 44,495 miles

suspect cat been fitted for mot?(link pipe in boot)

Fail 17 Nov 2006 43,308 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

o/s floor & sill had repairs †ex emissions very erratic

Pass 17 Nov 2006 43,308 miles

o/s floor & sill had repairs †ex emissions very erratic

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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UJA 301 is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 101,208 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 UJA 301, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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UJA 301 is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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