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X995 MDU

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

105,922 mi
Last recorded105,922 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX995 MDU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 105,922 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2012 99,664 miles

stone chip in windscreen..

Pass 11 Mar 2011 91,777 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 91,567 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 83,568 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 73,850 miles

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Fail 10 Mar 2009 73,669 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Mar 2008 64,278 miles

slight inbalance in front brakes

rear number plate condition

Fail 23 Feb 2008 63,968 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 53,728 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2007 53,728 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 45,761 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 45,761 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

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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X995 MDU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 X995 MDU, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X995 MDU registered?

X995 MDU is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is X995 MDU safe to buy?

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