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WX53 JBY

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,379 mi
Last recorded81,379 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2023
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 JBY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2023 81,379 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 79,702 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 77,574 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 23 May 2015 58,070 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 52,080 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 52,080 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 50,199 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 40,770 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 31,837 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 25,117 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 19,887 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 19,887 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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 JBY is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 JBY, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX53 JBY registered?

WX53 JBY is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 January 2004.

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