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DK05 LYP

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

166,225 mi
Last recorded166,225 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 166,225 miles

Brake pedal anti slip worn, but not excessive

Hydraulic pump hose sat on hot exhaust silencer

Large scratch arc on windscreen zone B

Long but shallow cut in O/S/R outer tyre tread

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear light unit has broken lens, but not emitting white light to rear

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 4 Aug 2017 165,798 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure locking device missing from nut (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush wrap around type (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Nearside Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short main positive battery lead rubbing on battery tray (1.9.2b) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal anti slip worn, but not excessive

Hydraulic pump hose sat on hot exhaust silencer

Large scratch arc on windscreen zone B

Long but shallow cut in O/S/R outer tyre tread

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear light unit has broken lens, but not emitting white light to rear

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 156,932 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 135,120 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 135,120 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2014 96,721 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 May 2013 64,164 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 55,297 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

n/s and o/s/f mirrows cracked but view is still visable.

o/s/r light unit cracked

play in o/s/f kingpin.

Pass 1 Nov 2010 46,891 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 46,891 miles

Centre Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 37,422 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 30,702 miles

handbrake lever close to end of reserve travel

Fail 23 Oct 2008 30,702 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

handbrake lever close to end of reserve travel

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 LYP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LYP, 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 LYP registered?

DK05 LYP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 5 May 2005.

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