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Y231 ECY

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,134 mi
Last recorded61,134 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY231 ECY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 61,134 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 61,134 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 59,021 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 56,718 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 54,113 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 51,333 miles

front Xmember heavy corrosion

Pass 11 Feb 2015 48,857 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 46,492 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 40,612 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 38,742 miles

low sunvisor

n and o/s front position lamps have slight blue haze

Pass 16 Dec 2009 33,991 miles

all 4 brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 10 Nov 2008 30,047 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 26,455 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 26,455 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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Y231 ECY is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 Y231 ECY, 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 Y231 ECY registered?

Y231 ECY is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 14 October 2004.

Is Y231 ECY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y231 ECY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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