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R859 LSC

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

199,851 mi
Last recorded199,851 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR859 LSC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 199,851 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 197,472 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 190,927 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 183,128 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 175,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 13 Apr 2011 175,307 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 159,543 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 143,345 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2008 121,428 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 94,702 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 68,814 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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R859 LSC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R859 LSC, 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

How do I check the history of R859 LSC?

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What year was R859 LSC registered?

R859 LSC is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 18 December 2002.

Is R859 LSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R859 LSC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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