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CN05 BUH

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

88,203 mi
Last recorded88,203 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN05 BUH
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 88,203 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2023 87,877 miles

oil leak

Pass 12 Sep 2018 87,809 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2017 87,475 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 86,471 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 85,262 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 81,391 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 75,771 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 71,966 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 71,965 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2011 67,302 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both rear brake disces corroding

Fail 6 Aug 2010 54,527 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 54,527 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 50,821 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 31,716 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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CN05 BUH is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 CN05 BUH, 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.

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What year was CN05 BUH registered?

CN05 BUH is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 August 2005.

Is CN05 BUH safe to buy?

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