2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.8L Petrol · A401 POT
2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2010. Recorded mileage 178,653 miles. MOT valid until 21/02/2027. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- MITSUBISHI LANCER
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Peterborough
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21/02/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 178,653 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1798cc
A401 POT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/02/2026
- 178,653 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Mitsubishi Mitsubishi Lancer
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
A401 POT Mileage History
- 10/02/2023157,010 mi
- 02/02/2024167,386 mi+10,376 mi
- 06/02/2024167,386 mi
- 04/02/2025174,012 mi+6,626 mi
- 03/02/2026178,653 mi+4,641 mi
Average of roughly 7,261 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A401 POT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (A401 POT) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
Common Problems: MITSUBISHI LANCER
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Rear Wheel Arch Rust(Moderate)
Corrosion often starts in the rear arches where mud and salt get trapped behind the lip.
- CVT Transmission Whine(Moderate)
The CVT gearbox can develop a whine if the fluid is old or the transmission has been overheated.
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