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N8 TBS

1996 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,425 mi
Last recorded52,425 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer101,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN8 TBS
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 52,425 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 47,459 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 47,449 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

has had bodywork front end

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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N8 TBS is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N8 TBS, 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 N8 TBS registered?

N8 TBS is a 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is N8 TBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N8 TBS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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