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D13 VLE

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,547 mi
Last recorded36,547 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD13 VLE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 36,547 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 36,460 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 35,938 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 33,644 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 32,389 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 29,912 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 27,175 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 26,912 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 25,726 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 22,937 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 22,487 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 20,741 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 20,739 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 16,410 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 14,071 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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D13 VLE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 D13 VLE, 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 D13 VLE registered?

D13 VLE is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is D13 VLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D13 VLE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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