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FY05 EFW

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

52,759 mi
Last recorded52,759 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 EFW
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 52,759 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Feb 2016 52,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 39,949 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 39,786 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 31,069 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 31,022 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 28,894 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 26,859 miles

both front tyres inner and outer edges worn

both rear tyres perished in tread

plastic oversills fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2012 26,859 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres inner and outer edges worn

both rear tyres perished in tread

plastic oversills fitted

Pass 1 Mar 2011 24,661 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 22,553 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 19,790 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 16,333 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 16,248 miles

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

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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FY05 EFW is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 FY05 EFW, 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 FY05 EFW registered?

FY05 EFW is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is FY05 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 EFW shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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