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D21 CJK

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

165,323 mi
Last recorded165,323 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD21 CJK
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 165,323 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 159,002 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 155,732 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 151,652 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2022 151,642 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached Lock ring not tight. (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached Lock ring not tight. (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps All. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides.

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 146,498 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

both rear chassis legs showing corrosion

Pass 10 Jun 2019 143,880 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 137,116 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 127,977 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 117,458 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 108,767 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 98,255 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 87,789 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 79,694 miles

Plastic Outer Sill Covers Fitted

Pass 7 Jun 2011 70,520 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 63,641 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 54,072 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 45,861 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 37,215 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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D21 CJK is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 D21 CJK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D21 CJK registered?

D21 CJK is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 September 2004.

Is D21 CJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for D21 CJK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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