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WV59 YEL

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

107,911 mi
Last recorded107,911 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV59 YEL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 107,911 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Chassis/subframes corroded

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both (5.3.2 (b))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 107,910 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox Missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 92,851 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2021 92,851 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 89,500 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2020 89,500 miles

Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 86,290 miles

very rusty front rear under car

Pass 22 Aug 2018 84,387 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened plus arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened plus arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 81,363 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 72,324 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 66,364 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 66,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 May 2014 52,039 miles

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

both rear tyres worn edges

Pass 7 Jun 2013 39,866 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 31,496 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 31,496 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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WV59 YEL is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WV59 YEL, 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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WV59 YEL is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 18 September 2009.

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