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EF55 UMC

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

43,963 mi
Last recorded43,963 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 UMC
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 43,963 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 43,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 42,114 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 42,114 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 39,444 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering box has seepage steering pump (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2021 39,421 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering box has seepage steering pump (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2020 33,402 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 28 Dec 2019 30,855 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Dec 2018 27,734 miles

Offside Rear Fog lamp slightly loose.

Fail 20 Dec 2018 27,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Fog lamp slightly loose.

Pass 18 Dec 2017 25,433 miles

Rear Bumper insecure ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 23,047 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 21,495 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2015 21,232 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 19,227 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 17,960 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 16,210 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 13,914 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 10,956 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 8,436 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 6,239 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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EF55 UMC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 EF55 UMC, 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 EF55 UMC registered?

EF55 UMC is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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