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F18 RML

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,719 mi
Last recorded93,719 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF18 RML
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2019 93,719 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Surface corrosion flooring and suspension mountings

Pass 12 Jan 2018 93,011 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides floor and sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both sides worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 91,028 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 89,074 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 84,988 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 130,807 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 120,022 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 120,022 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 110,082 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 108,734 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 102,134 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2008 102,132 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F18 RML is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 101,208 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 F18 RML, 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 30 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F18 RML registered?

F18 RML is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is F18 RML safe to buy?

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