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XKZ 2587

1998 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,823 mi
Last recorded75,823 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer84,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXKZ 2587
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 75,823 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 75,239 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 75,173 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 74,576 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2021 74,576 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 74,024 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 73,221 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 71,606 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)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 67,491 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 64,250 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 60,143 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 60,110 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

brake fluid level low

brake pipes not inspected, covered in underseal, advise scrape and check, suspect corrosion covered up.

front brake pads catching on rotor

offside front flexy brake pipe rubbing on driveshaft boot

offside front fog not working

Pass 11 Feb 2013 55,329 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 53,619 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 51,702 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

pre 92 engine fitted non cat test done

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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XKZ 2587 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 XKZ 2587, 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 28 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XKZ 2587?

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What year was XKZ 2587 registered?

XKZ 2587 is a 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is XKZ 2587 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XKZ 2587 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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