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WX03 WYU

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

82,616 mi
Last recorded82,616 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 82,616 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 82,014 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 81,254 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 80,923 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 80,112 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2017 77,811 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 74,835 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 73,665 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 70,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Oil leak

Pass 8 May 2013 67,065 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 60,560 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 54,076 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 44,862 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 44,862 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 42,080 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 37,785 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 33,002 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,522 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 WYU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 WYU, 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 WYU registered?

WX03 WYU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 April 2003.

Is WX03 WYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 WYU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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