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EV04 JAF

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

65,582 mi
Last recorded65,582 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2021
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV04 JAF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2021 65,582 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 65,329 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 65,327 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 65,184 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 64,890 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 63,812 miles

e/m/l light on

Pass 13 Aug 2016 62,398 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 59,374 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 57,750 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 23 Aug 2014 57,090 miles

nearside rear tyre very close to the legal limit

Fail 12 May 2012 55,135 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2012 55,135 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 51,550 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 49,004 miles

Both front tyres bald on inner edge.

Pass 6 Oct 2008 44,862 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 39,265 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 JAF is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey 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 EV04 JAF, 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.

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What year was EV04 JAF registered?

EV04 JAF is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 June 2004.

Is EV04 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV04 JAF 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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