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EK55 DPY

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,624 mi
Last recorded46,624 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2014
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 DPY
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2014 46,624 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 39,812 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 33,265 miles

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

cut in sidewall of n/s/r tyre

excess travel in handbrake

Pass 18 Oct 2010 28,896 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

n/s & o/s rear tyres cracked

sill covers & underbody shields fitted

Fail 19 Oct 2009 24,119 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

excess travel in handbrake

Pass 19 Oct 2009 24,119 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

excess travel in handbrake

Pass 24 Oct 2008 19,382 miles

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

damage to n/s of rear bumper

rear wiper blade torn

towing electrics twisted

Fail 24 Oct 2008 19,382 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

covers fitted to n/s & o/s sills

damage to n/s of rear bumper

rear wiper blade torn

towing electrics twisted

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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EK55 DPY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EK55 DPY, 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 EK55 DPY registered?

EK55 DPY is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is EK55 DPY safe to buy?

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