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4 AKY

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

73,552 mi
Last recorded73,552 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4 AKY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 73,552 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2025 73,429 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2024 73,052 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 73,029 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 72,967 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 72,790 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 72,006 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 70,480 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 68,915 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 68,766 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 68,278 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 65,185 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 59,146 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2010 59,127 miles

rear both tyres getting low on tread

Pass 5 Sep 2009 57,900 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 50,154 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 49,251 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 49,251 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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4 AKY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 60,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 4 AKY, 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 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 4 AKY registered?

4 AKY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is 4 AKY safe to buy?

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