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DK55 OVC

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

91,721 mi
Last recorded91,721 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 OVC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 91,721 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 90,000 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 80,602 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 73,021 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

front brakes noisy

offside headlamp aim at lower limit

Pass 27 Aug 2013 66,757 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 59,679 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 50,816 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 40,823 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,104 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2008 23,346 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 23,346 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DK55 OVC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DK55 OVC, 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 DK55 OVC registered?

DK55 OVC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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