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WN59 VSE

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

169,701 mi
Last recorded169,701 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN59 VSE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2026 169,701 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2026 169,701 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2025 160,289 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 160,289 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 48% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 152,001 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 141,827 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 132,450 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 125,725 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 122,323 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 114,439 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 100,999 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 84,624 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 71,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 54,524 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 41,735 miles

Both Rear Tyres Wearing Unevenly On The Inside Edge.

Pass 12 Sep 2013 28,892 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 16,300 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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WN59 VSE is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 WN59 VSE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WN59 VSE registered?

WN59 VSE is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is WN59 VSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN59 VSE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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