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YAJ 252Y

1982 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,750 mi
Last recorded147,750 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer30,228 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAJ 252Y
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2025 147,750 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 146,744 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 145,530 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 144,796 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 144,068 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 43,480 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm modified, but not inappropriately slight play in bushs (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 142,727 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outside edge

Pass 26 Jul 2018 142,168 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 140,838 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 140,376 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 139,934 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 139,744 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 139,272 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 138,726 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 138,368 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 137,646 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 136,949 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 136,403 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 136,068 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 135,750 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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YAJ 252Y is a 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,228 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 YAJ 252Y, 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 44 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 YAJ 252Y registered?

YAJ 252Y is a 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 November 1982.

Is YAJ 252Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAJ 252Y shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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