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WX53 GZP

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

79,966 mi
Last recorded79,966 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2021 79,966 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 79,966 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe to silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 79,206 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 76,695 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material From flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Dec 2017 74,162 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded From flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2016 71,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 69,709 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded from flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2014 66,827 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 63,163 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 63,163 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 60,250 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 54,830 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 48,644 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 44,238 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 44,232 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Nov 2008 38,859 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 34,639 miles

Nearside Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Service brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 27,917 miles

both rear & n/s/f tyres worn low on edges

both wipers split

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 GZP 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 83.3%.

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 GZP, 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 GZP registered?

WX53 GZP is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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