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AU55 DWX

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DWX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026
Pass 9 Apr 2025
Pass 15 Mar 2024
Pass 6 Apr 2022 56,010 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 55,242 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2019 55,242 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2017 54,046 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 52,003 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 50,503 miles

offside front tyre starting to wear on inner edge

Pass 4 Jan 2012 44,118 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 36,951 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 29,366 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 18,131 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2008 18,095 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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AU55 DWX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AU55 DWX, 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 AU55 DWX?

You can check the full history of AU55 DWX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AU55 DWX registered?

AU55 DWX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 19 September 2005.

Is AU55 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 DWX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AU55 DWX have outstanding finance?

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