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BAZ 2485

2001 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,621 mi
Last recorded74,621 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer64,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAZ 2485
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 74,621 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 74,512 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 74,204 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 73,697 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 73,133 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 72,483 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 71,570 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 71,062 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 69,079 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 66,276 miles

both front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 2 Apr 2012 63,771 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 57,357 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 51,470 miles

play in nearside steering rack

slight play in nearside and offside top mounts

Pass 25 Feb 2009 40,581 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 31,925 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 28,553 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 16 Feb 2006 39,912 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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BAZ 2485 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BAZ 2485, 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 BAZ 2485 registered?

BAZ 2485 is a 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is BAZ 2485 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAZ 2485 shows 17 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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