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WX53 GWD

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,619 mi
Last recorded53,619 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 53,619 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 52,816 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 52,560 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 51,359 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 50,171 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2020 48,834 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 48,045 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 46,600 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 44,093 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 40,552 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 39,127 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 37,571 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 34,025 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 31,868 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 29,427 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 27,039 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 22,033 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 17,300 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)

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 GWD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GWD, 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 GWD registered?

WX53 GWD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is WX53 GWD safe to buy?

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