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WX03 WFW

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,512 mi
Last recorded48,512 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2024 48,512 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 46,971 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 46,081 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 44,626 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 420,010 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2019 42,000 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

boost pipe damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2017 40,471 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 40,471 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 37,700 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 33,700 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 32,949 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 32,949 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 29,803 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 29,803 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)

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 26,734 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 23,992 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 21,004 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 11,354 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 WFW is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 WFW, 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

How do I check the history of WX03 WFW?

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What year was WX03 WFW registered?

WX03 WFW is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 June 2003.

Is WX03 WFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 WFW shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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