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WX09 KZU

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

87,184 mi
Last recorded87,184 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX09 KZU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 87,184 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 85,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 80,224 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 77,001 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 72,460 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 66,765 miles

Central Front Lower Slight chip on screen

Pass 25 Apr 2019 59,170 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2019 59,164 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 57,688 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 15 Sep 2016 46,751 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 34,031 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2015 34,029 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 27,055 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 21,587 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 16,274 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

nearside front tyre tread starting to crack in base of tread

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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WX09 KZU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 WX09 KZU, 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 17 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 WX09 KZU registered?

WX09 KZU is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 June 2009.

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The MOT history for WX09 KZU shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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