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DY05 XUL

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,693 mi
Last recorded53,693 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 XUL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 53,693 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 52,840 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 52,435 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 51,330 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2016 51,328 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Aug 2015 50,503 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 45,988 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 45,698 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 43,428 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 36,605 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)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 36,605 miles

Front Emissions not tested (7.0)

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 10 Jun 2009 35,381 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 28,266 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 XUL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 XUL, 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 XUL registered?

DY05 XUL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DY05 XUL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY05 XUL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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