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DV05 NFT

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

102,007 mi
Last recorded102,007 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 NFT
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2015 102,007 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge has zero tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge has zero tread (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

engine light is on

Fail 8 Oct 2015 102,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge has zero tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge has zero tread (4.1.E.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

engine light is on

Pass 8 Oct 2014 93,952 miles

engine light is on

Pass 16 Oct 2013 85,110 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

management light on

Fail 16 Oct 2013 85,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

management light on

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front pads low

Pass 15 Oct 2012 74,722 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Oct 2011 64,963 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 64,961 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 59,466 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2009 59,465 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 57,396 miles

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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DV05 NFT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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

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 DV05 NFT, 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 DV05 NFT registered?

DV05 NFT is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 April 2005.

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