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BO52 UFO

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

92,520 mi
Last recorded92,520 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO52 UFO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 92,520 miles

Rear Body has slight corrosion around inner wheel arches (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Oct 2017 92,520 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Body has slight corrosion around inner wheel arches (6.1.B.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 87,859 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 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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BO52 UFO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BO52 UFO, 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.

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What year was BO52 UFO registered?

BO52 UFO is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 March 2003.

Is BO52 UFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO52 UFO shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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