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FB05 KZF

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

101,927 mi
Last recorded101,927 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2020
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 KZF
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2020 101,927 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Mar 2019 97,256 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 93,475 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 93,469 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 92,216 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 92,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated and has play (2.5.A.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 84,194 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 84,190 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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FB05 KZF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FB05 KZF, 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 FB05 KZF registered?

FB05 KZF is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FB05 KZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB05 KZF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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