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ET05 BCF

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

49,740 mi
Last recorded49,740 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET05 BCF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 49,740 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2024 44,323 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 37,001 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 36,905 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 35,953 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 35,238 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER WALL. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 34,214 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER WALL. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 33,316 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords OUTER WALL. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 32,581 miles

Offside Rear TYRE OUTER WALL DAMAGED NOT TO CORDS OR PLY.

Pass 14 Jul 2016 31,445 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 31,439 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 29,929 miles

o/s rear tyre outer wall damaged not to cords or ply.

Pass 9 Jul 2014 28,510 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 26,012 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 23,664 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 21,361 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 19,219 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 16,281 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 12,456 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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ET05 BCF 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 ET05 BCF, 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 ET05 BCF?

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What year was ET05 BCF registered?

ET05 BCF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is ET05 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET05 BCF 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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