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EO05 EVO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

88,241 mi
Last recorded88,241 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO05 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 88,241 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2025 88,241 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 87,961 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 87,623 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 86,988 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 86,527 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2019 85,847 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 84,776 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 80,800 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 76,538 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 68,987 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 62,980 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 55,745 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 51,490 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 48,730 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 43,556 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 43,556 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 38,574 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 38,574 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 30 May 2008 31,326 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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EO05 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EO05 EVO, 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

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What year was EO05 EVO registered?

EO05 EVO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is EO05 EVO safe to buy?

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