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AU55 XCR

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,612 mi
Last recorded68,612 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 XCR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 68,612 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2025 68,602 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 67,619 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 66,511 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 65,216 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 63,878 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 62,746 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 61,499 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 58,953 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 55,764 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Sep 2016 52,378 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 47,408 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2015 47,296 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,134 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 39,251 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 39,251 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 35,913 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 31,046 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 26,016 miles

n/s/r tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 10 Sep 2009 21,034 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 12,389 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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AU55 XCR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 XCR, 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 AU55 XCR registered?

AU55 XCR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 22 September 2005.

Is AU55 XCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 XCR shows 21 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 XCR have outstanding finance?

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