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WX03 WFE

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,950 mi
Last recorded102,950 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX03 WFE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2023 102,950 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 102,607 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 101,302 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 99,003 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 95,684 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 78,308 miles
Fail 24 May 2014 77,690 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2013 64,725 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 64,724 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 59,187 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 53,147 miles

front and rear brake discs inner surfaces pitted/worn

off side rear inner brake pad wearing thin 3mm aprox

Pass 18 Mar 2010 44,038 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 37,495 miles

nearside front tyre inner sidewall showing signs of runflat damage but no cords or braid showing

Pass 18 Jan 2008 30,082 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre low pressure

Pass 11 Jan 2007 26,177 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2006 19,749 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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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WX03 WFE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WFE, 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 WFE registered?

WX03 WFE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 June 2003.

Is WX03 WFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 WFE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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