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BU05 KVH

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

Blue Diesel 3889cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

114,751 mi
Last recorded114,751 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 KVH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,889cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2020 114,751 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 114,257 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 110,948 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

no tow bar at time of re-test

Fail 3 Sep 2018 110,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 14 Aug 2017 103,829 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 98,478 miles

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Exhaust corroded

Fail 13 Jul 2016 98,334 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 98,296 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Jul 2015 81,120 miles

Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 May 2014 73,235 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

leaf springs corroded

Pass 8 May 2013 64,538 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside and offside wiper blades split on ends,but still clearing screen for m.o.t

Pass 3 May 2012 56,815 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 50,954 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 50,949 miles

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

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 45,564 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 34,749 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 25,977 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 KVH is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in Blue with a 3,889cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KVH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 KVH registered?

BU05 KVH is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is BU05 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 KVH 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.

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