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WX03 XEU

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,109 mi
Last recorded82,109 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 82,109 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 81,786 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 80,786 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 79,104 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 77,007 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 76,022 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 75,860 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 68,965 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 May 2010 68,020 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)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 62,498 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 62,498 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Apr 2009 62,152 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2008 51,218 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 33,914 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 May 2007 33,914 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 24,102 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 XEU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XEU, 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 XEU?

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What year was WX03 XEU registered?

WX03 XEU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 12 March 2003.

Is WX03 XEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX03 XEU shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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