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WX51 YGN

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

34,862 mi
Last recorded34,862 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 YGN
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 34,862 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 54,525 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 32,501 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 32,010 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 6 Nov 2015 30,428 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 28,972 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 18 Oct 2013 27,381 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 24,973 miles

both front tyres worn close to limit

Pass 24 Sep 2011 21,779 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 19,431 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2010 19,431 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 16,074 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2009 16,051 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

cat missing

Pass 19 Sep 2008 14,175 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 10,963 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 10,691 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 10,009 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 YGN is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 YGN, 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.

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What year was WX51 YGN registered?

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

Is WX51 YGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX51 YGN 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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