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BU04 PDV

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

86,711 mi
Last recorded86,711 miles
Recorded on20 May 2023
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 PDV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2023 86,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

hand brake has little reserve travel

Pass 21 May 2022 84,206 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2021 80,580 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2020 73,272 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 70,421 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 68,151 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 65,254 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 62,808 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 60,981 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 59,636 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 59,084 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 58,478 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 46,981 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 46,981 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 34,769 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 27,763 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 17,631 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jul 2007 15,273 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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BU04 PDV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 BU04 PDV, 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 BU04 PDV registered?

BU04 PDV is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is BU04 PDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU04 PDV shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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