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CX55 DFU

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,951 mi
Last recorded37,951 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2008
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 DFU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2008 37,951 miles

handbrake lever has a lot of travel

Fail 10 Oct 2008 37,951 miles

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

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

handbrake lever has a lot of travel

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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CX55 DFU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CX55 DFU, 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 CX55 DFU registered?

CX55 DFU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is CX55 DFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX55 DFU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX55 DFU have outstanding finance?

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