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AF05 FXR

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,845 mi
Last recorded90,845 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 FXR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2021 90,845 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 88,749 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust leak from exhaust flexi pipe in front of catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 84,989 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 82,414 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 78,092 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 73,939 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 68,264 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 62,598 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 56,863 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 49,599 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 43,083 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

slight pitting to front brake discs

Pass 26 Mar 2010 35,975 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

screw in offside rear tyre

Fail 26 Mar 2010 35,975 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

screw in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2009 30,288 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2008 23,371 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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AF05 FXR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AF05 FXR, 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 AF05 FXR registered?

AF05 FXR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AF05 FXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 FXR shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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