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DK05 LWE

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

94,120 mi
Last recorded94,120 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 LWE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 94,120 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 87,583 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 80,692 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 79,092 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 76,594 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 71,002 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 65,486 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 60,958 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 56,477 miles

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

n/s/f reflector insecure

Fail 12 Mar 2015 56,433 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

n/s/f reflector insecure

Pass 17 Mar 2014 52,671 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2014 52,671 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 49,016 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 49,013 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 43,274 miles

Rear brake application uneven. 48% imbalance

Fail 23 Apr 2012 43,272 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

off side front body bolt loose

Pass 15 Apr 2011 37,599 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

REAR FOOT BRAKE IMBALANCE 34%

Fail 14 Apr 2011 37,595 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

REAR FOOT BRAKE IMBALANCE 34%

Pass 14 Apr 2010 31,981 miles

off side body bolts loose

Pass 30 Apr 2009 27,135 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 21,585 miles

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 LWE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LWE, 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.

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What year was DK05 LWE registered?

DK05 LWE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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The MOT history for DK05 LWE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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