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DU52 VFW

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

53,853 mi
Last recorded53,853 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 VFW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 53,853 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 49,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 46,127 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 41,621 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 37,299 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 31,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

covers and trays fitted

Fail 21 Sep 2020 31,465 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits due to be decatted (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch ()

covers and trays fitted

Pass 21 Oct 2019 26,620 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 26,475 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 25,521 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 23,872 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 22,378 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 19,529 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 17,853 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 14,984 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 12,916 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 12,027 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 11,347 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 10,372 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 8,003 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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DU52 VFW is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 DU52 VFW, 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 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU52 VFW registered?

DU52 VFW is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is DU52 VFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU52 VFW shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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