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WX53 FNU

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,353 mi
Last recorded106,353 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 FNU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 106,353 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2026 106,320 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 100,306 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 100,306 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material osf/nsf (1.1.11 (c))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output OSF/NSF (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced UNDER BODY (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 100,110 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general age related corrosion to underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2023 100,110 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general age related corrosion to underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 97,787 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Aug 2021 95,096 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 93,365 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 93,365 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 90,446 miles

slight corrosion to o/s/r chassis and fuel cap area.

Pass 29 Aug 2018 86,877 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 84,520 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 82,345 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 81,045 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 79,706 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 79,058 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 77,090 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 66,083 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 60,227 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 56,291 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 48,017 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 43,267 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 37,518 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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WX53 FNU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 WX53 FNU, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX53 FNU registered?

WX53 FNU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 September 2003.

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