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WA53 NDG

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,115 mi
Last recorded39,115 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 NDG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2013 39,115 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 39,115 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 38,023 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)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 May 2012 38,023 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,762 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 33,792 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 28,375 miles

Near Side Front Tyre Worn On Inner & Outter Edges

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

Off Side Front Tyre Worn On Outter Edge

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 20,418 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 20,418 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 18,261 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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WA53 NDG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 WA53 NDG, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WA53 NDG registered?

WA53 NDG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is WA53 NDG safe to buy?

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