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FA05 AEP

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

74,574 mi
Last recorded74,574 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA05 AEP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2012 74,574 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on inside edge

unable to fully check sills due to plastic covers fitted

Fail 28 Feb 2012 74,574 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s rear tyre worn on inside edge

unable to fully check sills due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 26 Jan 2011 53,880 miles

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on outside edges

Fail 25 Jan 2011 53,880 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

n/s and o/s front tyres wearing on outside edges

Pass 19 Feb 2010 44,043 miles

Offside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 Feb 2010 44,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Offside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 37,164 miles

all four tyres are cracking in tread

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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FA05 AEP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Grey with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FA05 AEP, 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 FA05 AEP registered?

FA05 AEP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is FA05 AEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA05 AEP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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