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AJ55 BHZ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,677 mi
Last recorded93,677 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 BHZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 93,677 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 92,191 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2023 89,423 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 86,962 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 84,558 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 82,379 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 79,030 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 76,620 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 73,502 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 71,684 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 69,350 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2015 69,350 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 64,148 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 64,148 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2013 57,224 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 51,911 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 51,911 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 45,320 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

REAR BLADE RUBBER SPLIT

Pass 27 Jul 2010 40,951 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2010 40,951 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear,offside rear and offside front tyres worn on edges(stepped tread)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 35,941 miles

left rear tyre sidewall damaged

left/right rear tyre treads worn on edge

Pass 12 Nov 2008 26,958 miles

left rear tyre sidewall damaged

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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AJ55 BHZ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AJ55 BHZ, 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 AJ55 BHZ registered?

AJ55 BHZ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is AJ55 BHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 BHZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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