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DY05 MFJ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

69,001 mi
Last recorded69,001 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 MFJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 69,001 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 68,755 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 67,759 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 63,668 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 63,661 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 62,592 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 61,208 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 61,208 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 59,682 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 58,311 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 56,877 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 54,223 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 50,108 miles

Engine warning light on

Fail 3 Apr 2013 50,108 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Engine warning light on

Pass 31 Mar 2012 45,355 miles

both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

Pass 23 Mar 2011 39,747 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 33,770 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 27,909 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,366 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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DY05 MFJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 DY05 MFJ, 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 DY05 MFJ registered?

DY05 MFJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is DY05 MFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 MFJ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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