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WX56 XLJ

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

28,666 mi
Last recorded28,666 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 XLJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 28,666 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 28,259 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 27,569 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 26,923 miles
Fail 5 May 2023 26,923 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 26,823 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 26,324 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 26,281 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2020 26,281 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 26,098 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 25,740 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 25,390 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 25,180 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 24,673 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 24,143 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Feb 2013 24,143 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 20,608 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 16,299 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 12,120 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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WX56 XLJ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 58,831 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 WX56 XLJ, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WX56 XLJ registered?

WX56 XLJ is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 24 January 2007.

Is WX56 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 XLJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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