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EN05 JFV

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

51,460 mi
Last recorded51,460 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN05 JFV
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 51,460 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2025 51,455 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 46,210 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 44,604 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 44,246 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 43,578 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 43,073 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 41,017 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 35,296 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 31,368 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 29,514 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 27,801 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 25,749 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 24,106 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 21,689 miles

Nearside front tyre outer edge cracking due to age

Offside front tyre outer edge cracking due to age

Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,316 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 16,806 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 14,439 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 11,579 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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EN05 JFV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 EN05 JFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN05 JFV?

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What year was EN05 JFV registered?

EN05 JFV is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is EN05 JFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN05 JFV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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