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W971 GPS

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,333 mi
Last recorded47,333 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2008
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer74,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW971 GPS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2008 47,333 miles

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 20 Nov 2008 47,333 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 42,711 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 35,542 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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W971 GPS is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 W971 GPS, 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.

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What year was W971 GPS registered?

W971 GPS is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W971 GPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W971 GPS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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