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XR03 BYO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Purple Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,069 mi
Last recorded112,069 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXR03 BYO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 112,069 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside upper chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 109,385 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2024 107,321 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2022 104,091 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 100,101 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 95,034 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 92,580 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 92,580 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018
Pass 15 Nov 2017 92,501 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 92,310 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 91,956 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 82,166 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 76,701 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 67,796 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 66,291 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 63,495 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 59,165 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 54,725 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 49,651 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 34,735 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2006 34,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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XR03 BYO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Purple with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 XR03 BYO, 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 23 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XR03 BYO registered?

XR03 BYO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 13 August 2003.

Is XR03 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for XR03 BYO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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