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2007 Mitsubishi Lancer 1.6L Petrol · AD57 AAV

AD57 AAV

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 2007. Recorded mileage 123,736 miles. MOT expired on 25 Jan 2025.

Make & Model
MITSUBISHI LANCER
Year / Origin
2007 · Peterborough
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 25 Jan 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
123,736 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 25 Jan 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2007
Engine
1584cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent inspections. The latest test conducted in January 2024 at 123,736 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum standards at that time. This trend of clean passes over the last three years suggests that the previous owners maintained the necessary mechanical upkeep and did not allow minor wear issues to escalate into failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. Data shows a steady progression from 85,697 miles in early 2021 to 123,736 miles by early 2024. While there is a brief gap between the January and December 2021 tests where the car covered relatively little ground, the overall accumulation reflects regular light use rather than prolonged neglect. The relatively low annual mileage generally reduces the expected wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage counterparts. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer must physically inspect the structural integrity of the chassis, given the vehicle is nineteen years old age. Mitsubishi Lancers of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills, wheel arches, and suspension mounting points. The buyer should also check for perished rubber in suspension bushes and brake lines, as these components degrade over time regardless of the low mileage driven. Since the last recorded test was over two years ago, a thorough check of brake rotors and fluid levels is essential to ensure no degradation has occurred since the 2024 inspection.
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AD57 AAV Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/01/2024
  • 123,736 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

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AD57 AAV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 16:47
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer (AD57 AAV) between December 2021 and January 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

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ADVISORY

AD57 AAV Mileage History

  1. 29/12/202194,918 mi
  2. 16/01/2023112,625 mi+17,707 mi
  3. 08/01/2024123,736 mi+11,111 mi

Average of roughly 14,227 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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