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WX04 MKZ

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

21,443 mi
Last recorded21,443 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 21,443 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 20,517 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,813 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 16,701 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 16,672 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 16,563 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 15,986 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 15,102 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 15,102 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported at backbox hanger broken (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 15,609 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 15,609 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 May 2014 15,033 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 14,139 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 13,627 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 14,025 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 13,620 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007

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 MKZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 WX04 MKZ, 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 MKZ registered?

WX04 MKZ is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is WX04 MKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX04 MKZ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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