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AB05 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

108,267 mi
Last recorded108,267 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB05 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 108,267 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 107,906 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 106,060 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 106,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 104,527 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 100,386 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm and slightly perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 97,436 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 97,436 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2019 93,104 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 91,024 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 89,874 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 86,033 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 82,459 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 79,137 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 73,101 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 67,241 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 54,842 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 44,408 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 42,731 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 40,260 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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AB05 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 AB05 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

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What year was AB05 EVO registered?

AB05 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is AB05 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB05 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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