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EO05 NBX

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

78,073 mi
Last recorded78,073 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 78,073 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 77,640 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 75,898 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2022 75,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 73,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 71,503 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 60,917 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 59,835 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 54,264 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 44,719 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 44,648 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2014 44,220 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 42,489 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 41,705 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 40,496 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 37,786 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 32,093 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 24,221 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 NBX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 NBX, 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 NBX registered?

EO05 NBX is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is EO05 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO05 NBX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EO05 NBX have outstanding finance?

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