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WX03 WSV

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

111,659 mi
Last recorded111,659 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 111,659 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 111,323 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2020 109,084 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 105,064 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 105,001 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2017 105,001 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2016 95,136 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 91,812 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 86,141 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 84,079 miles

Rear brake pads getting low

Pass 27 Dec 2012 78,617 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 62,892 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 53,510 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 48,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 38,722 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 38,648 miles

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)

Pass 28 Apr 2007 27,229 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 22,880 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)

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 WSV 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 88.9%.

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 WSV, 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 WSV registered?

WX03 WSV is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is WX03 WSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 WSV shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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