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DA05 ZSZ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

59,172 mi
Last recorded59,172 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 ZSZ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 59,172 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 58,892 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 58,443 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 58,265 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 56,518 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 53,748 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,745 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 49,745 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 46,456 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 42,142 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 37,155 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 32,745 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 32,315 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 32,258 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 31,780 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 29,802 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 25,259 miles

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

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

nail in o/s/r tyre

Pass 15 Jul 2009 24,344 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 16,258 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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DA05 ZSZ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 DA05 ZSZ, 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 DA05 ZSZ registered?

DA05 ZSZ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is DA05 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA05 ZSZ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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