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Mitsubishi Lancer

White · Petrol · 1996 · 1,999 cc

P173 XRHMOT history

P173 XRH is a white petrol Mitsubishi Lancer first used on 30 Sept 1996. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 107,988 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
107,988 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P173 XRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mitsubishi
Model
Lancer
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,999 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Sept 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P173 XRH was last recorded at 107,988 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,981 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
1,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,988 miles
  • 2011 – 106,841 miles
  • 2009 – 90,843 miles
  • 2008 – 81,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,988 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 2 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,988 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    107,988 miles
    Test number
    241395005407
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,981 miles (+1,140)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,981 miles
    Test number
    414345697375
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking cooler pipe (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,841 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    106,841 miles
    Test number
    736184191127
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  4. Pass105,855 km
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    105,855 km
    Test number
    272699520022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,843 miles (+9,837)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    90,843 miles
    Test number
    244075019011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,006 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    81,006 miles
    Test number
    334236478123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail81,006 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,006 miles
    Test number
    600386278190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass102,356 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    102,356 km
    Test number
    223323687491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P173 XRH

Does P173 XRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P173 XRH is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on P173 XRH?
The MOT on P173 XRH is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P173 XRH done?
P173 XRH was recorded at 107,988 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 1,480 miles a year.
Has P173 XRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P173 XRH has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on P173 XRH ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on P173 XRH find?
P173 XRH passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; oil leak, but not excessive.

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