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YH54 XEF

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,003 mi
Last recorded101,003 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH54 XEF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2015 101,003 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 93,846 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2014 93,846 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 85,229 miles

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

Fail 5 Aug 2013 85,221 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

engine mangement light on at time of test

Pass 24 Jul 2012 79,379 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 74,797 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 66,157 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 53,535 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 37,870 miles

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

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

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

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

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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YH54 XEF is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YH54 XEF, 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.

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What year was YH54 XEF registered?

YH54 XEF is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 October 2004.

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