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EV05 HOW

2007 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,917 mi
Last recorded11,917 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer58,831 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEV05 HOW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 11,917 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2025 11,798 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2024 11,070 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 11,008 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 10,643 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 9,132 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 8,025 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 7,008 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 7,008 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 5 Oct 2010 6,129 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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EV05 HOW is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 58,831 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 EV05 HOW, 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 19 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EV05 HOW registered?

EV05 HOW is a 2007 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is EV05 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EV05 HOW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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