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FM05 HBD

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Silver Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

23,024 mi
Last recorded23,024 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 HBD
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 23,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under-sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under-sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2025 22,641 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 22,206 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2024 22,175 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 21,727 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 21,326 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 20,789 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 19,912 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 19,463 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 18,999 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 18,521 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,071 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 17,349 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 16,863 miles

front wiper blades

Pass 18 Jun 2012 15,878 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 13,968 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 11,979 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 9,751 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,440 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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FM05 HBD is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Silver with a 1,584cc 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 FM05 HBD, 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 FM05 HBD registered?

FM05 HBD is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is FM05 HBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 HBD 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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