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FL55 EYP

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

93,415 mi
Last recorded93,415 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL55 EYP
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 93,415 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2014 93,415 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 84,731 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Dec 2013 84,731 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 76,842 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2012 76,842 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Dec 2011 69,617 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

n/s/f tyre has a cut in the side wall

o/s/r tyre has cut in the side wall

parking lever is high

Pass 29 Dec 2010 63,776 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Oil leak

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear wiper torn

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Dec 2009 57,091 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 44,566 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FL55 EYP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FL55 EYP, 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

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What year was FL55 EYP registered?

FL55 EYP is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is FL55 EYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL55 EYP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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