MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
112,350 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Emissions not tested (7.0)
Inner Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)
Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
ADVISED CUSTOMER ADVISORY ITEM NEEDS ATTENTION
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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W259 RRU is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 74,999 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 W259 RRU, 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 26 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 W259 RRU?
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What year was W259 RRU registered?
W259 RRU is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2000.
Is W259 RRU safe to buy?
The MOT history for W259 RRU shows 6 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.
Does W259 RRU have outstanding finance?
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