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VK57 LXJ

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,762 mi
Last recorded72,762 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK57 LXJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2020 72,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2020 72,762 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 61,203 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 55,256 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 55,251 miles

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 49,023 miles

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

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

oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2016 42,484 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 42,484 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 35,720 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2015 35,720 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 30,646 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 25,489 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 19,614 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2011 13,826 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 8,484 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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VK57 LXJ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 58,831 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 VK57 LXJ, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VK57 LXJ registered?

VK57 LXJ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 September 2007.

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The MOT history for VK57 LXJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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