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VU04 BNZ

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,678 mi
Last recorded68,678 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU04 BNZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2026 68,678 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 68,657 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 68,563 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 63,250 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 59,270 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 54,851 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

advise rear geometry be checked

Pass 22 Mar 2012 52,569 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front tyres tread deteriorating

Pass 15 Mar 2011 48,715 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 45,621 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 34,570 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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VU04 BNZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 VU04 BNZ, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU04 BNZ?

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What year was VU04 BNZ registered?

VU04 BNZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is VU04 BNZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU04 BNZ shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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