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AY05 HWL

2004 Mitsubishi Lancer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,408 mi
Last recorded36,408 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer55,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 HWL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 36,408 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 34,892 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 34,801 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 24,601 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 24,601 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 11,344 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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AY05 HWL is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 55,396 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 AY05 HWL, 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 22 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY05 HWL registered?

AY05 HWL is a 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AY05 HWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 HWL shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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