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WX53 HKU

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

88,709 mi
Last recorded88,709 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 88,709 miles

Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play track rod ends (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 85,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 85,995 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 85,989 miles

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

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

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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 21 Mar 2016 84,168 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 84,168 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 88,357 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 74,525 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 74,514 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 70,580 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 66,414 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 63,523 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 58,954 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 42,719 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 HKU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HKU, 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 HKU registered?

WX53 HKU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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