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AA53 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

73,358 mi
Last recorded73,358 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA53 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2023 73,358 miles

vehicle in general getting corroded underneath

Fail 6 Apr 2023 73,358 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle in general getting corroded underneath

Pass 25 Feb 2022 70,862 miles

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 65,509 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2020 62,531 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 60,670 miles

Nearside Front brake disc back plate corroded

Nearside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chasis and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front brake disc back plate corroded

Offside Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chasis and sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2017 59,352 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jan 2016 54,606 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2015 50,239 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 46,921 miles

both rear tyres cracking up

Pass 4 Dec 2012 44,212 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 41,529 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 41,529 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 38,023 miles

front pads low. handbrake travel high

Fail 21 Oct 2009 34,317 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

advise both rear tyres cracks in tread

Pass 21 Oct 2009 34,317 miles

advise both rear tyres cracks in tread

Pass 20 Oct 2008 31,605 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 31,605 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 28,888 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 28,856 miles

Front registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Front registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear registration plate not displaying a BSAU 145d marking (6.3.3b)

Rear registration plate not displaying the postcode of the supplying outlet (6.3.3a)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 23,827 miles

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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AA53 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AA53 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.

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What year was AA53 EVO registered?

AA53 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 August 2005.

Is AA53 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA53 EVO shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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