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WX51 VLO

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

34,109 mi
Last recorded34,109 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 VLO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2022 34,109 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 33,557 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 33,444 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 31,963 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 31,726 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 31,612 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 31,333 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 30,865 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 30,571 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 30,134 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 29,371 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 27,595 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 25,321 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 20,071 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 15,693 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 14,569 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 14,569 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2005 13,700 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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WX51 VLO is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 WX51 VLO, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX51 VLO registered?

WX51 VLO is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is WX51 VLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX51 VLO 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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