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AK05 PBX

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

103,207 mi
Last recorded103,207 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 PBX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2017 103,207 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 103,207 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 93,070 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

o/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 17 Mar 2015 82,364 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 71,300 miles

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

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

slight play in n/s track rod end

Pass 20 Mar 2013 62,539 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 Mar 2013 62,422 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 52,389 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 42,664 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 42,439 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 35,567 miles

nearside rear tyre getting low

Fail 16 Mar 2010 35,567 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 16 Mar 2009 28,391 miles

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 17 Mar 2008 21,459 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 PBX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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

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