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WJ09 VUW

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

92,231 mi
Last recorded92,231 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ09 VUW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 92,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed off on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2025 83,348 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 83,300 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 80,354 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 78,742 miles

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on the lenses . (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 78,742 miles

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on the lenses . (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side lamp inop fitted new 501 bulb . (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 75,309 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing inner edges 215/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Mar 2022 75,308 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth brake pedal rubber wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output headlamps have a product on the lenses (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight fraying . (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively noise from nearside rear when reversing (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing inner edges 215/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 71,406 miles

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn 215/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 68,756 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 64,608 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 64,602 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 60,298 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 55,202 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 50,515 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 50,515 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 45,771 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 42,027 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 41,997 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 32,795 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 24,531 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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WJ09 VUW is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 WJ09 VUW, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WJ09 VUW is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 March 2009.

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