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WU02 XCG

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 XCG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2014
Pass 16 Jul 2007 29,380 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 29,379 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

cant see front + rear inner brake pads

gearbox noisy

grease starting to leak though pin hole in nearside front outer c.v gaiter

rear brake disc surfaces slightly corroded

rear brake hoses marked

Pass 4 Apr 2006 18,447 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 18,447 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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WU02 XCG is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 WU02 XCG, 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 24 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 WU02 XCG?

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What year was WU02 XCG registered?

WU02 XCG is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 April 2002.

Is WU02 XCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 XCG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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