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W581 CAY

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,758 mi
Last recorded57,758 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer74,999 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW581 CAY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2026 57,758 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 57,742 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 57,704 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 57,625 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 57,612 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2021 57,601 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 57,511 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 57,428 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 57,201 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 56,507 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 56,022 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 55,594 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 54,877 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 54,099 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 51,694 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 51,478 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 50,990 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 49,600 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 47,711 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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W581 CAY is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 W581 CAY, 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 W581 CAY?

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What year was W581 CAY registered?

W581 CAY is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W581 CAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W581 CAY shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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