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Y424 VBS

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,725 mi
Last recorded115,725 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY424 VBS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 115,725 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 115,725 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 115,396 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2025 92,108 miles

car rusty underneath and boot floor area

Pass 17 Apr 2024 91,650 miles

car rusty underneath

Pass 9 Mar 2023 90,125 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 89,864 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 89,649 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 89,494 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 89,451 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 89,264 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 87,194 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 86,183 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 85,559 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2010 85,558 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 81,966 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 77,680 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 71,494 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 71,494 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 14 Aug 2006 61,272 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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Y424 VBS is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 64,323 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 Y424 VBS, 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 25 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y424 VBS registered?

Y424 VBS is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y424 VBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y424 VBS shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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