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WX53 GUO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,316 mi
Last recorded71,316 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2024 71,316 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 68,872 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 66,283 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 62,875 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 61,363 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 61,356 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 58,646 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 54,459 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 49,977 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 45,527 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 45,527 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre smooth on outer edge

Pass 24 Dec 2015 42,216 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2015 42,152 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front steering arm joint has slight play

Pass 29 Nov 2014 38,723 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 35,296 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 31,615 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 28,305 miles

FRONT NUMBER OF NON STANDARD

WIPER BLADES WORN

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 24,863 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 21 Nov 2009 21,577 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 17,896 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 10 Nov 2007 14,121 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 10,738 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 GUO 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 86.4%.

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 GUO, 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

How do I check the history of WX53 GUO?

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What year was WX53 GUO registered?

WX53 GUO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 13 October 2003.

Is WX53 GUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 GUO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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