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Y992 RBR

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

125,174 mi
Last recorded125,174 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY992 RBR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 125,174 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small crack in flange (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 116,731 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 111,622 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2016 107,333 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 102,715 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 98,549 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 98,099 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 97,590 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

number plate lights slight dull

slight oil leak possibly sump

Pass 18 Nov 2010 91,430 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Nov 2010 91,415 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 77,759 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 5 Dec 2008 64,744 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 54,950 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 54,950 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

n/s/f tyre on limits

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Dec 2006 39,378 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 37,211 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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Y992 RBR is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 Y992 RBR, 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.

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Y992 RBR is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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