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E8 FAJ

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

57,719 mi
Last recorded57,719 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 FAJ
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 57,719 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 57,601 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 57,237 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 53,671 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 44,996 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 35,819 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Jul 2015 35,819 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f tyre low

o/s/r tyre low

Pass 7 Jul 2014 30,011 miles

sills have plastic covers

Pass 8 Jul 2013 19,029 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 18,903 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

tyres perished cracks allround

Pass 1 Jun 2011 17,968 miles

big air intake system fitted

body kit fitted

lowerd suspension fitted all round

standard exhaust fitted time of test

uprated discs and pads fitted all round

Pass 8 Jun 2010 15,480 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 11,653 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 8,382 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 21 May 2008 8,382 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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E8 FAJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 E8 FAJ, 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 E8 FAJ registered?

E8 FAJ is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 13 May 2005.

Is E8 FAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 FAJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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