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XGU 161Y

1982 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,836 mi
Last recorded2,836 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2022
Typical for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer30,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXGU 161Y
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 19 Feb 2022 2,836 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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XGU 161Y is a 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,228 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 XGU 161Y, 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 44 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XGU 161Y registered?

XGU 161Y is a 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 21 October 1982.

Is XGU 161Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XGU 161Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XGU 161Y have outstanding finance?

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