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DK05 LWG

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 3889cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

43,230 mi
Last recorded43,230 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2012
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK05 LWG
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,889cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2012 43,230 miles

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

battery held with temporary strap and lose

front discs slightly corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2012 43,230 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

battery held with temporary strap and lose

front discs slightly corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2011 42,935 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 42,897 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 16 Jun 2010 37,987 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 37,987 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 31,885 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 26,689 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2008 26,689 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 LWG is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 3,889cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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

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 LWG, 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

How do I check the history of DK05 LWG?

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What year was DK05 LWG registered?

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

Is DK05 LWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK05 LWG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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