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X995 DFJ

2000 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,804 mi
Last recorded96,804 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer74,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX995 DFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 96,804 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 96,804 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 91,584 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 77,128 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

repair has been done to rear load sensor valve cable accetable at time of test

Fail 26 Oct 2011 77,101 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres 3mm

offside rear tyre wearing on edges

Pass 25 Oct 2010 66,002 miles

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

spare tyre flat

Pass 27 Oct 2009 61,652 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 61,652 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 57,753 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2008 57,753 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 54,474 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 51,030 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 45,279 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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X995 DFJ is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 X995 DFJ, 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 X995 DFJ?

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What year was X995 DFJ registered?

X995 DFJ is a 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 17 November 2000.

Is X995 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X995 DFJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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