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WX53 FZP

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,484 mi
Last recorded71,484 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mitsubishi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 FZP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2012 71,484 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 67,580 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 64,404 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 60,298 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 56,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 53,827 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 43,518 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 FZP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FZP, 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 FZP registered?

WX53 FZP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WX53 FZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 FZP shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX53 FZP have outstanding finance?

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