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W461 RCU

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,005 mi
Last recorded84,005 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2022
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer74,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW461 RCU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2022 84,005 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 82,351 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 80,321 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 78,823 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 75,240 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 75,232 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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W461 RCU is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 74,999 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 W461 RCU, 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 26 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W461 RCU?

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What year was W461 RCU registered?

W461 RCU is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W461 RCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W461 RCU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does W461 RCU have outstanding finance?

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