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DHZ 8964

2003 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,654 mi
Last recorded48,654 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2011
Typical for 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer59,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 8964
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2011 48,654 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine management light on

front brake discs worn and lipped

n/s headlight aim poor

o/s headlight aim poor

rear brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 10 May 2010 44,878 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 39,479 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f abs sensor wire incorrectly routed

Pass 11 Apr 2009 39,479 miles

Centre Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f abs sensor wire incorrectly routed

Pass 9 Apr 2008 34,900 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 30,129 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 20,021 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 20,021 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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DHZ 8964 is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DHZ 8964, 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 DHZ 8964 registered?

DHZ 8964 is a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DHZ 8964 safe to buy?

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