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WL59 OBG

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,739 mi
Last recorded65,739 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL59 OBG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 65,739 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 64,564 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 64,552 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear end of front to rear pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 60,046 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear suspension components have surface corrosion

Pass 19 Jan 2023 57,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres on 2 mm 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2022 49,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm. worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm. worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 45,200 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 36,879 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 34,288 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 30,808 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 25,884 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 19,618 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 16,897 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 13,847 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 11,089 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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WL59 OBG is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 WL59 OBG, 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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What year was WL59 OBG registered?

WL59 OBG is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is WL59 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL59 OBG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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