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DK05 LSO

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

Blue Diesel 3889cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

149,036 mi
Last recorded149,036 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 LSO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,889cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2025 149,036 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2024 147,912 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2023 146,480 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 144,898 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2021 143,318 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 138,113 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 136,986 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 88,118 miles

slight imbalance at rear brakes

Pass 19 Dec 2013 83,268 miles

Oil leak

slight bind in front brakes

Pass 17 Dec 2012 78,823 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Dec 2011 72,609 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 64,020 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 54,499 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2009 54,486 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Offside Front Upper Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incomplete (1.1.4a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2008 44,346 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 44,346 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 76,619 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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DK05 LSO 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 88.2%.

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 DK05 LSO, 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 DK05 LSO registered?

DK05 LSO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 12 April 2005.

Is DK05 LSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 LSO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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