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G3 OTA

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

115,042 mi
Last recorded115,042 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 OTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 115,042 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2025 114,299 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 112,447 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 109,353 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 108,126 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 107,303 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 107,203 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 106,813 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 110,441 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 108,515 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 107,886 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 107,783 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 107,773 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 106,136 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 98,447 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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G3 OTA is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G3 OTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G3 OTA registered?

G3 OTA is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is G3 OTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 OTA shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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