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DY59 OPM

2009 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

142,478 mi
Last recorded142,478 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2023
Typical for 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer69,320 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY59 OPM
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2023 142,478 miles

front bumper damaged no sharp edges

whole of rear suspension is corroded including sdubframe

Pass 8 Aug 2022 133,342 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 133,341 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front too rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 129,236 miles

emissions tested no reading

Fail 7 Jul 2021 129,233 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 124,493 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Jun 2020 124,493 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 119,084 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 119,055 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 107,511 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 107,511 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2017 95,056 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking/perished

Pass 27 Jun 2016 81,492 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking perished

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 27 Jun 2016 81,492 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking on to fuel filter (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

nearside rear tyre cracking perished

under-trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2014 58,578 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2014 58,578 miles

Centre Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 53,201 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres slightly perished and worn on edges

Pass 14 Jan 2013 26,980 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 26,970 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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DY59 OPM is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 69,320 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 DY59 OPM, 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 17 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DY59 OPM registered?

DY59 OPM is a 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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