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F1 RDR

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

30,558 mi
Last recorded30,558 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF1 RDR
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 30,558 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 29,958 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 29,208 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 28,921 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 28,228 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 27,812 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 27,354 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 26,481 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 25,406 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 23,744 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 22,163 miles

3D lettering on registration plates, not likely to be misread.

Pass 9 Oct 2014 20,208 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 17,908 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 17,908 miles

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 14,939 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 12,830 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 12,282 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 11,933 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 11,608 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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F1 RDR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc 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 F1 RDR, 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.

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What year was F1 RDR registered?

F1 RDR is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 10 October 2005.

Is F1 RDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F1 RDR 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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