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WX04 JVM

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,475 mi
Last recorded81,475 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX04 JVM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2023 81,475 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2023 81,475 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 77,554 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 77,554 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 74,425 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2020 74,425 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 65,899 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 61,580 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2018 61,573 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 56,973 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 55,274 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 46,594 miles

underseal coating to underside unable to fully inspect

Pass 9 Apr 2014 42,023 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 37,991 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,184 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 30,726 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 28,586 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 26,813 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 22,790 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 17,629 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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WX04 JVM is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 WX04 JVM, 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 22 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 WX04 JVM registered?

WX04 JVM is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 March 2004.

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