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VE51 ZTJ

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,329 mi
Last recorded36,329 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 ZTJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2022 36,329 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 36,250 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 36,108 miles

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 35,916 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 34,630 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 34,265 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 33,854 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 32,060 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 31,816 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 30,257 miles

off side front tyre worn on edges just legal

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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VE51 ZTJ is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 VE51 ZTJ, 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 25 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 VE51 ZTJ registered?

VE51 ZTJ is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is VE51 ZTJ safe to buy?

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