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AK05 ZLO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

56,242 mi
Last recorded56,242 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 ZLO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 56,242 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 29 May 2025 54,996 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 54,996 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2024 53,858 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 May 2023 53,062 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 51,957 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 50,711 miles
Fail 17 May 2021 50,710 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 May 2020 49,119 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 47,716 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 45,254 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 42,900 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 40,927 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 38,190 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 35,957 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 32,721 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 32,720 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2012 30,069 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 26,880 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 23,119 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 19,022 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 13,798 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 ZLO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 ZLO, 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 ZLO registered?

AK05 ZLO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is AK05 ZLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 ZLO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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