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GN05 NPU

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

White Diesel 2988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

80,918 mi
Last recorded80,918 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 NPU
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,988cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 80,918 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 79,096 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 76,780 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases hole in pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 75,837 miles

exhaust in poor condition

oil leaks

slight o/s/f brake bind

slight play n/s steering

Pass 21 Jan 2021 74,857 miles

rear outer tyres worn to limit

Pass 1 Aug 2019 70,597 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2019 70,597 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 67,263 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2018 67,263 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 63,581 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 59,238 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2016 59,220 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 57,495 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 54,865 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 49,710 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 43,810 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 39,070 miles

tread on all 4 rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,692 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2009 28,855 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 23,748 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Canter?

Based on 48,869 MOT tests across 3,677 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
6,092
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,677
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 2,761
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,609
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 1,611
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,596
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,487
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GN05 NPU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in White with a 2,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Mitsubishi Canter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 89,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Canter fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 2,761 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN05 NPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Canter typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Mitsubishi Canter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN05 NPU registered?

GN05 NPU is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 4 July 2005.

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