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WX54 LFO

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

115,602 mi
Last recorded115,602 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX54 LFO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 115,602 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2026 115,567 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit carbon monoxide very high (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor to wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis near sub frame mounting corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust tone loud.

Pass 21 Jan 2025 113,330 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2024 109,947 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 109,947 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 108,067 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Arch corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 106,972 miles

Nearside Rear Outer arch corroded

Fail 13 Dec 2021 106,972 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer arch corroded

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 105,132 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 105,103 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Body component corroded and likely to cause injury sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 101,957 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 98,713 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 94,095 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 94,077 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 88,183 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 82,236 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 79,952 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2014 74,952 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 66,857 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 60,626 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 56,404 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 56,169 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 55,489 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

cat fitted at time of test.

Pass 6 Oct 2008 46,249 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 35,892 miles

front tyres tread low †centre exhaust leaking

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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WX54 LFO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 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 WX54 LFO, 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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WX54 LFO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 September 2004.

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