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J30 TGS

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1836cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,132 mi
Last recorded122,132 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2013
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ30 TGS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,836cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2013 122,132 miles

both front tyres wear inner edges slight

Pass 25 Aug 2011 114,856 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 99,852 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 86,744 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 78,164 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 72,310 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2006 106,464 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2006 106,463 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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J30 TGS is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,836cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J30 TGS, 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 J30 TGS registered?

J30 TGS is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 August 1996.

Is J30 TGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J30 TGS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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