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BU05 GCY

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

60,863 mi
Last recorded60,863 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 GCY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 60,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 60,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 59,015 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 58,253 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tailpipe (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering column bush noisey

Pass 7 Mar 2015 57,239 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 56,155 miles

Exhaust deterioated

Wipers deterioated

Pass 4 Mar 2013 54,277 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 51,823 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 48,863 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 44,582 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 63,040 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 63,040 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 38,750 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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BU05 GCY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 89,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 GCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU05 GCY registered?

BU05 GCY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 18 June 2005.

Is BU05 GCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 GCY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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