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EV04 GAP

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,940 mi
Last recorded50,940 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV04 GAP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2025 50,940 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 49,802 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 48,691 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 47,342 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 45,299 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2013 43,589 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 42,356 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 41,015 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 39,134 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 35,226 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 27,269 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 19,194 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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EV04 GAP is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EV04 GAP, 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 EV04 GAP registered?

EV04 GAP is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 14 December 2004.

Is EV04 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV04 GAP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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