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WX53 HTG

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

126,290 mi
Last recorded126,290 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2016 126,290 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 121,358 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 108,050 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 108,050 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 85,372 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 60,729 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 39,542 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 39,542 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 37,716 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 31,314 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 30,729 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 30,721 miles

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

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

Pass 25 May 2007 21,996 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 16,536 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 16,215 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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 HTG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 HTG, 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 HTG registered?

WX53 HTG is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 December 2003.

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