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GP05 XVA

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Blue Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

73,764 mi
Last recorded73,764 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP05 XVA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2015 73,764 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2014 69,140 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 69,136 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 63,531 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 57,344 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 57,344 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 46,465 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 40,105 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre pattern wear inner edge

Fail 4 Jan 2010 40,105 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

o/s/f tyre pattern wear inner edge

Fail 10 Feb 2009 34,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 34,356 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 26,606 miles

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

child seats fitted to all three rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult belts

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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GP05 XVA is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Blue with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GP05 XVA, 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 GP05 XVA registered?

GP05 XVA is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is GP05 XVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP05 XVA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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