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WX03 VBP

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,942 mi
Last recorded62,942 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 62,942 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2018 62,941 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Dec 2017 59,077 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

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

advise aftermarket exhaust fitted

advise both rear inner archs rusty

advise both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Fail 11 Dec 2017 59,077 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

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

advise aftermarket exhaust fitted

advise both rear inner archs rusty

advise both rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 16 Dec 2016 52,084 miles

Oil leak ()

advise aftermarket exhaust fitted

advise under trays and sill covers

Pass 5 Dec 2015 46,416 miles

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

oil leak

very small amount of play in both rear wheels

Pass 30 Dec 2014 40,182 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 37,502 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 36,053 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 34,040 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 27,415 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 23,744 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2008 23,669 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Rear washer in-op

Rear wiper torn

Both rear tyres nailed

Front tyres worn heavily on edges (Esp inners)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Play becoming evident in both rear main suspension bushes (Where rear arms mount to body)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 20,208 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 15,198 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 VBP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 WX03 VBP, 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 VBP registered?

WX03 VBP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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