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GN55 BYL

2005 Mitsubishi Canter

Yellow Diesel 2977cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

122,718 mi
Last recorded122,718 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Canter89,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 BYL
MakeMitsubishi
ModelCanter
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,977cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 122,718 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front king pin play lower bush

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front king pin play lower bush

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 122,718 miles

Nearside Front Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush rear most bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front king pin play lower bush

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front king pin play lower bush

Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 116,484 miles

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 112,111 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 93,992 miles

Central Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 93,853 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 93,253 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 92,722 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 92,492 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 91,238 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

cuts on inner wall of nearside rear inner tyre - no cords or ply exposed

slight surface corrosion on nearside and offside front brake back plates

slight wear in inner edge of nearside rear outer tyre tread

Pass 14 Mar 2013 90,815 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 89,040 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 87,468 miles

slight free play in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 1 Dec 2008 81,606 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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GN55 BYL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter in Yellow with a 2,977cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GN55 BYL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN55 BYL registered?

GN55 BYL is a 2005 Mitsubishi Canter, first registered on 26 October 2005.

Is GN55 BYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 BYL shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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