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WX53 HBN

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

69,191 mi
Last recorded69,191 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 69,191 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle/back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2025 68,675 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Jul 2025 68,657 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 68,291 miles

Offside Front track rod end has slight play

front and rear brake discs and pads wearing close to legal limt

front sub and under side of vehicle showing slight signs of corrosion

Fail 1 Aug 2024 68,291 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust joint has a blow affecting emissions (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front track rod end has slight play

front and rear brake discs and pads wearing close to legal limt

front sub and under side of vehicle showing slight signs of corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2023 67,145 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under side corroded but not seriously

Pass 5 Oct 2021 66,775 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 66,541 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 65,794 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 64,938 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 64,005 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 62,959 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 61,970 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 61,970 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 60,507 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 58,430 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 56,783 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 55,786 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 54,076 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 51,174 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 48,529 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 48,529 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 42,276 miles

front antiroll bar inner bushes worn

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 HBN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HBN, 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 HBN registered?

WX53 HBN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is WX53 HBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 HBN shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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