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AU05 XTL

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,581 mi
Last recorded56,581 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 XTL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 56,581 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 50,230 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 48,593 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 46,949 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 46,948 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 44,808 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 42,716 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 40,375 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 40,375 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 37,939 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 35,489 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 35,487 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,197 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,429 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 27,429 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 21,372 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 17,161 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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AU05 XTL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AU05 XTL, 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

How do I check the history of AU05 XTL?

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What year was AU05 XTL registered?

AU05 XTL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is AU05 XTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 XTL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU05 XTL have outstanding finance?

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