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WX03 VBF

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

50,592 mi
Last recorded50,592 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 VBF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 50,592 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 50,573 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 50,496 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 50,401 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 49,828 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 49,007 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 47,982 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 44,833 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 42,016 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 38,865 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 35,724 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 21 Aug 2015 35,724 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 27 Jun 2014 35,682 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 35,621 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 35,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

exhaust blowing

front tyres slightly cracked

underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Apr 2012 35,452 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 34,360 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 33,574 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 31,701 miles

front tyres low on edges

Pass 26 Jul 2006 25,594 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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WX03 VBF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WX03 VBF, 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 WX03 VBF registered?

WX03 VBF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is WX03 VBF safe to buy?

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