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WX53 JJF

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

70,611 mi
Last recorded70,611 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 70,611 miles

under vehicle heavily undersealed and painted

Pass 12 Apr 2018 64,889 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 4 Mar 2017 60,323 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 60,323 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 54,827 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 54,824 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2015 51,095 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 44,695 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 33,160 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,941 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 26,055 miles

Rear section of exhaust getting rusty at joint with centre section

Pass 5 Sep 2009 24,663 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 23,274 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 20,640 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 15,738 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 JJF 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 86.7%.

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 JJF, 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 JJF registered?

WX53 JJF is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is WX53 JJF safe to buy?

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