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VX12 KCO

2012 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,916 mi
Last recorded68,916 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer44,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX12 KCO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 68,916 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 59,451 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 49,304 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 46,842 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 35,474 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin outer pad (3.5.1g)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 21,977 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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VX12 KCO is a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 44,958 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 VX12 KCO, 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 14 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX12 KCO registered?

VX12 KCO is a 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 July 2012.

Is VX12 KCO safe to buy?

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