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P439 FOD

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

115,962 mi
Last recorded115,962 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP439 FOD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2026 115,962 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 115,907 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2020 115,880 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 115,719 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 115,547 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 115,131 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 114,848 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 113,720 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 112,392 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 110,059 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 106,814 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 103,343 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 99,197 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 94,720 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 90,384 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 85,212 miles

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 79,205 miles

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

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

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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P439 FOD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 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 P439 FOD, 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 24 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 P439 FOD registered?

P439 FOD is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is P439 FOD safe to buy?

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