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CX55 WRU

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,705 mi
Last recorded72,705 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 WRU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 72,705 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 spring (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front both front brake backing plates corroded

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler pipes ()

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes perishing in upper and lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear fog lamp cracked and inop not showing white light to rear

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. disc or hub has runout (warped) (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front fog lamp smashed

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes perishing in upper and lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump badly corroded and leaking oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 66,981 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 66,978 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Sep 2019 61,145 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 55,348 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 48,450 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2017 48,450 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 41,938 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 36,614 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 36,607 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,048 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 33,310 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2012 30,839 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 28,384 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2011 28,384 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 24,330 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 20,362 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 16,000 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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CX55 WRU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CX55 WRU, 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 CX55 WRU registered?

CX55 WRU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 13 September 2005.

Is CX55 WRU safe to buy?

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