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WU52 UAY

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

93,216 mi
Last recorded93,216 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU52 UAY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 93,216 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 91,018 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front crossmember rusty

Fail 3 Jan 2015 91,018 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front crossmember rusty

Pass 18 Nov 2013 83,544 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 83,544 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 80,677 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 76,210 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 73,548 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 68,129 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 61,463 miles

nearside rear tyre starting to wear on inside edge,offside rear tyre starting to wear on inside edge

Pass 19 Dec 2007 53,597 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 45,860 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 35,904 miles

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

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

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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WU52 UAY is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 WU52 UAY, 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 23 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 WU52 UAY registered?

WU52 UAY is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is WU52 UAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU52 UAY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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