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K131 KYG

1993 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

185,961 mi
Last recorded185,961 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2024
Typical for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer89,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK131 KYG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2024 185,961 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 185,957 miles

Emissions unable to be completed overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 184,134 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 184,111 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2019 183,866 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 183,676 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 183,676 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2013 178,636 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 176,130 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 172,489 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 171,572 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007

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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K131 KYG is a 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 89,550 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 K131 KYG, 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 33 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 K131 KYG registered?

K131 KYG is a 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K131 KYG safe to buy?

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