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FV05 YSU

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155,545 mi
Last recorded155,545 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 YSU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 155,545 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2018 137,877 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 119,491 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 101,692 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Aug 2015 76,667 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 76,667 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 55,674 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 49,902 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 40,770 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 40,767 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 32,904 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 23,189 miles

Nearside rear tyre low presher

Fail 16 Jul 2009 21,798 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 21,798 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 16,216 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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FV05 YSU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YSU, 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 FV05 YSU registered?

FV05 YSU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is FV05 YSU safe to buy?

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