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WEZ 9509

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,665 mi
Last recorded79,665 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWEZ 9509
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 79,665 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2025 79,111 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 78,362 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 77,918 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 77,152 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 76,152 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2020 76,040 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 75,823 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 75,823 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2016 75,778 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016
Pass 12 Feb 2015

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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WEZ 9509 is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 101,208 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 WEZ 9509, 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 30 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 WEZ 9509?

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What year was WEZ 9509 registered?

WEZ 9509 is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is WEZ 9509 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WEZ 9509 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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