Once again thanks for your info, may be worth waiting until the Roadside Assist period has expired before sourcing a full size spare wheel. I don't intend changing the car for some years to come unless MMAL eventually sell the diesel Lancer in Australia as they do in the UK. I will continue to monit...

Thanx for info, I take on board any CJ VRX/RA rim not just "2009". What makes up a "full size spare accommodation kit" & approximately how much to buy? You write of the CJ RA rim, I presume the same situation applies when it comes to this accommodation kit?

Looking to replace spare (the toy) with 18" rim & tyre similar to the 4 others currently fitted to the car. Prefer unmarked, undamaged rim with legal tread on tyre. Would appreciate details of suppliers, also watching eBay for second hand rim/tyre. Located mid-north coast NSW thus would nee...