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WX53 FVR

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,391 mi
Last recorded50,391 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 FVR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 50,391 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 49,953 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 49,621 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 49,365 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 49,096 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 48,475 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 47,519 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 46,720 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 45,795 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 43,941 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 42,258 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 38,848 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 35,299 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 35,299 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 32,604 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 28,858 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 27,346 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 26,389 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 26,387 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2008 24,908 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 21,219 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 13,409 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 FVR is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WX53 FVR registered?

WX53 FVR is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is WX53 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 FVR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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