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WX53 HTN

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

47,823 mi
Last recorded47,823 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 47,823 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 47,730 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 47,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 46,890 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 45,478 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 45,478 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 45,229 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 44,984 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2015 44,833 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 44,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 44,130 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 43,068 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 40,700 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 38,976 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2008 35,010 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Dec 2008 35,010 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 32,928 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2008 31,077 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 31,077 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 28,257 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 HTN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HTN, 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 HTN registered?

WX53 HTN is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is WX53 HTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX53 HTN shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WX53 HTN have outstanding finance?

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