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XX54 EVO

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

73,128 mi
Last recorded73,128 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXX54 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 73,128 miles

sill covers fitted both sides front to rear

underside of vehicle has surface rust to items and prescribed areas

Pass 5 Sep 2024 72,701 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

sill covers fitted

underside of vehicle has surface rust

Pass 25 Sep 2023 72,477 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 70,626 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 70,007 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 69,393 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 68,517 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 67,412 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 66,071 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 63,045 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 61,272 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 58,739 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 52,494 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 10 Nov 2011 46,574 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 39,810 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Fail 5 Apr 2011 39,810 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs worn

Pass 27 Jan 2010 20,015 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 19,483 miles

COVERS FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGE

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2008 13,010 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 7,192 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2007 7,192 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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XX54 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 XX54 EVO, 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 22 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 XX54 EVO registered?

XX54 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 November 2004.

Is XX54 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for XX54 EVO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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