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WX03 WFJ

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,875 mi
Last recorded47,875 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2024 47,875 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle covered in underseal (underneath )

vehicle is corroded in several places but not excessive

Fail 26 Sep 2024 47,872 miles

Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

vehicle covered in underseal (underneath )

vehicle is corroded in several places but not excessive

Pass 17 Oct 2023 47,188 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

parts of vehicle covered in paint

vehicle is corroded in several places but not considered excessive

Fail 5 Oct 2023 47,185 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

parts of vehicle covered in paint

vehicle is corroded in several places but not considered excessive

Pass 20 Sep 2022 41,985 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2022 41,985 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 38,332 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Heavily under-sealed in places

Fail 3 Sep 2021 38,328 miles

Brake performance not tested Brake hose burst during test (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill/body (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/inner wheel arch nest to front most subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Upper suspension mounting area near fuel filler neck (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill/body (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis rail near rear most subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill/Wheel arch next to front most subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components. Subframe. ARB. Shocks etc. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Heavily under-sealed in places

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mountings at body. Front and rear mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Upper suspension mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Around fuel filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower corner behind rear bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Upper suspension mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Lower corner behind rear bumper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All suspension components. ARB. Shocks etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Side skirts fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2020 36,066 miles

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 13 Dec 2019 36,012 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

underbody corroded

Pass 11 Nov 2017 35,493 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 35,081 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 34,563 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 33,878 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 33,175 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 32,345 miles

advise brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2011 31,185 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 29,692 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 27,762 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 25,555 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 24,879 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 23,802 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 WFJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WFJ, 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.

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What year was WX03 WFJ registered?

WX03 WFJ is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 18 June 2003.

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The MOT history for WX03 WFJ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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