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GX05 BWE

2005 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,046 mi
Last recorded62,046 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer60,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX05 BWE
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2013 62,046 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 51,546 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 51,257 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 24 May 2011 44,418 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 40,827 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 33,587 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 26,434 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 26,434 miles

Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

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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GX05 BWE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GX05 BWE, 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 GX05 BWE registered?

GX05 BWE is a 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 8 August 2005.

Is GX05 BWE safe to buy?

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