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AK05 EOJ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

90,251 mi
Last recorded90,251 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 EOJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 90,251 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 90,122 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2019 84,209 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 81,741 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 77,886 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 74,412 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 68,481 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 63,612 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 63,612 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 58,207 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 54,026 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 49,630 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 44,819 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 37,800 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 37,800 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Lower Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 12 Mar 2009 37,441 miles

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 28,089 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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AK05 EOJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AK05 EOJ, 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 AK05 EOJ registered?

AK05 EOJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AK05 EOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 EOJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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