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WX53 HBD

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,652 mi
Last recorded79,652 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 HBD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2021 79,652 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 78,716 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 78,712 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 77,318 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 74,355 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 71,521 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 68,722 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 2 rear brake pipes and 2 rear flexys (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2015 65,414 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 62,951 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 59,700 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 55,557 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 51,839 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 46,946 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 41,479 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 41,479 miles

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

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 36,963 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 30,873 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 21,889 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 HBD is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HBD, 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 HBD registered?

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

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