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CT04 EVO

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

102,608 mi
Last recorded102,608 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT04 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 102,608 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 102,600 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 100,475 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 98,535 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 94,027 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Catalyst joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 93,469 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2020 93,175 miles

Nearside Rear Toe Arm has slight play

Offside Rear Toe Arm has slight play

Pass 19 Jun 2019 90,593 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 86,732 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 82,344 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 76,579 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 69,843 miles
Fail 29 May 2015 69,843 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 62,818 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 56,212 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

missting of oil around front diff

n/s/f mud flap hitting front wheel

Pass 1 Jun 2012 49,545 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 42,510 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 34,274 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 28,704 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 21,849 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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CT04 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CT04 EVO, 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 CT04 EVO registered?

CT04 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 March 2004.

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