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WX53 HZU

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,883 mi
Last recorded47,883 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 47,883 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2025 47,785 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 47,780 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 47,772 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 47,621 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 47,552 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 47,359 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 46,682 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 45,339 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 42,889 miles

Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 36,078 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2014 36,078 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 31,271 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 26,869 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 20,592 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 20,111 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 19,356 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 17,236 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 13,386 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 HZU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 HZU, 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 HZU registered?

WX53 HZU is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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The MOT history for WX53 HZU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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