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WJ57 OWB

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,555 mi
Last recorded48,555 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ57 OWB
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2026 48,555 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 46,866 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 46,866 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 43,774 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 43,745 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Aug 2023 41,330 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 38,232 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 35,289 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 32,951 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 30,021 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 27,489 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 25,195 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 21,455 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing but not showing cord

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

Nearside Rear tyre perishing but not showing cord

Offside Front tyre perishing but not showing cord

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

Offside Rear tyre perishing but not showing cord

Pass 7 Sep 2015 12,970 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 12,970 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 9,496 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,298 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 7,845 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 5,957 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 4,726 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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WJ57 OWB is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 58,831 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 WJ57 OWB, 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 19 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 WJ57 OWB registered?

WJ57 OWB is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 September 2007.

Is WJ57 OWB safe to buy?

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