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AA05 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,737 mi
Last recorded49,737 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA05 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 49,737 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 48,810 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 46,806 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 45,763 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 43,808 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 42,537 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2019 42,244 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 40,946 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 39,985 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 38,707 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 35,744 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 31,495 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 27,149 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 25,019 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 24,441 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 24,441 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 22,291 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 2 Oct 2010 22,291 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)

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2009 17,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

sports catalyst fitted all ok

Pass 9 May 2008 14,540 miles

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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AA05 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AA05 EVO, 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

How do I check the history of AA05 EVO?

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What year was AA05 EVO registered?

AA05 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is AA05 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA05 EVO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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