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EP53 WRG

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,084 mi
Last recorded78,084 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP53 WRG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 78,084 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 76,831 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 76,141 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 74,660 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 59,065 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 26 Sep 2014 59,065 miles

Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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EP53 WRG is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 EP53 WRG, 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 EP53 WRG registered?

EP53 WRG is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is EP53 WRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP53 WRG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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