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A13 YKS

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,059 mi
Last recorded53,059 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 YKS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2025 53,059 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 51,113 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 49,601 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2021 49,151 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 47,463 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 45,643 miles

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

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)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front number plate

slight play in o/s steering rack

Pass 8 Sep 2007 39,833 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 37,985 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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A13 YKS is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 59,836 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 A13 YKS, 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 23 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 A13 YKS registered?

A13 YKS is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is A13 YKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 YKS shows 8 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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