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DY55 LWX

2005 Mitsubishi Outlander

Black Diesel 2378cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

66,732 mi
Last recorded66,732 miles
Recorded on8 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander68,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 LWX
MakeMitsubishi
ModelOutlander
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,378cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2012 66,732 miles

airbag warning lamp on

corrosion and ware to front brake discs inner surface

light corrosion to rear brake discs

Fail 4 May 2012 66,732 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

corrosion and ware to front brake discs inner surface

light corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 16 Sep 2011 63,314 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 63,314 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Sep 2010 52,327 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2010 52,327 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 39,363 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 39,363 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,047 miles

Oil leak

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

both front tyre treads bald on shoulders - recommend replaced

Fail 9 Sep 2008 27,040 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Oil leak

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

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

both front tyre treads bald on shoulders - recommend replaced

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Outlander?

Based on 726,436 MOT tests across 75,074 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
8,010
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
75,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,278
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,050
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,007
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,610
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DY55 LWX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander in Black with a 2,378cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 68,283 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 Outlander fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,278 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DY55 LWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Outlander typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Outlander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DY55 LWX registered?

DY55 LWX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander, first registered on 3 October 2005.

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