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DX55 DME

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

165,884 mi
Last recorded165,884 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 DME
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 165,884 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 162,817 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 158,605 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 158,605 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 148,876 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 140,543 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 130,918 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Aug 2015 118,316 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 118,316 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2014 101,748 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 86,894 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2013 86,894 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 56,182 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 39,503 miles

near side rear tyre stightly cracking

off side rear tyre slightly cracking

Pass 20 Sep 2010 26,704 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 21,862 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 17,287 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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DX55 DME is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 DX55 DME, 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 DX55 DME registered?

DX55 DME is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 5 October 2005.

Is DX55 DME safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 DME shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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