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GF55 CLO

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

75,006 mi
Last recorded75,006 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 CLO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 75,006 miles
Fail 13 May 2026 75,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2025 60,973 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 47,017 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 46,214 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriated

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 44,971 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 43,454 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 41,912 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 40,342 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 37,930 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriated

Pass 31 Aug 2017 35,870 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 33,707 miles

Front exhaust flexi deteriated

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2015 31,441 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 29,198 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 26,972 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 24,387 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,932 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 20,932 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 18,035 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 15,200 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres wearing heavily on edges

Pass 22 Sep 2008 11,940 miles

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

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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GF55 CLO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 GF55 CLO, 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 GF55 CLO registered?

GF55 CLO is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is GF55 CLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 CLO shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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