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AE55 FWT

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,513 mi
Last recorded52,513 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 FWT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 52,513 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2022 52,489 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 52,232 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 52,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 51,923 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 51,523 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 49,944 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 49,442 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 48,965 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 48,248 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 46,929 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 45,154 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 40,889 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 40,889 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 29,145 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 2,455 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 24,387 miles

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

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

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)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 19,179 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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AE55 FWT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AE55 FWT, 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 AE55 FWT registered?

AE55 FWT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AE55 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 FWT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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