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DP04 EVO

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,517 mi
Last recorded40,517 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP04 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 40,517 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 40,517 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 39,625 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2025 39,625 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 39,221 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 38,642 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 38,059 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 37,394 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 35,123 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 30,823 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 30,654 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 27,588 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2014 27,586 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

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

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 24,845 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,641 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 23,860 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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DP04 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 DP04 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DP04 EVO registered?

DP04 EVO is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 June 2004.

Is DP04 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP04 EVO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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