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FV05 YST

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Grey Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,068 mi
Last recorded31,068 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 YST
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2013 31,068 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 29,875 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 29,875 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 27,763 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 25,540 miles

Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 23,767 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 20,832 miles

front and rear disc pads at 40%

nearside front iner drive shaft boot perrished

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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FV05 YST 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 85.7%.

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 FV05 YST, 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

How do I check the history of FV05 YST?

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What year was FV05 YST registered?

FV05 YST is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 2 August 2005.

Is FV05 YST safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 YST shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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